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FDA Drug Moderate Class II Terminated

Murocel (methylcellulose) Lubricant Opthalmic Solution (USP, 1%), 15 mL bottle, OTC, Manufactured by Bausch & Lomb Incorporated, Tampa, FL 33637, NDC 24208-280-15

Reported: June 20, 2012 Initiated: July 6, 2011 #D-1370-2012

Product Description

Murocel (methylcellulose) Lubricant Opthalmic Solution (USP, 1%), 15 mL bottle, OTC, Manufactured by Bausch & Lomb Incorporated, Tampa, FL 33637, NDC 24208-280-15

Reason for Recall

Lack of Assurance of Sterility: Bausch & Lomb, Inc. is recalling 7 Lots of Murocel Methylcellulose Lubricant Opthalmic Solution 1% (15 mL). Product was found to be OOS for Antimicrobial Effectiveness testing (AET) at the 12 month stability time point.

Details

Recalling Firm
Bausch & Lomb, Inc.
Units Affected
59,777 bottles
Distribution
Nationwide
Location
Tampa, FL

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Murocel (methylcellulose) Lubricant Opthalmic Solution (USP, 1%), 15 mL bottle, OTC, Manufactured by Bausch & Lomb Incorporated, Tampa, FL 33637, NDC 24208-280-15. Recalled by Bausch & Lomb, Inc.. Units affected: 59,777 bottles.
Why was this product recalled?
Lack of Assurance of Sterility: Bausch & Lomb, Inc. is recalling 7 Lots of Murocel Methylcellulose Lubricant Opthalmic Solution 1% (15 mL). Product was found to be OOS for Antimicrobial Effectiveness testing (AET) at the 12 month stability time point.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Drug on June 20, 2012. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: D-1370-2012.