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FDA Drug recall · Reported August 7, 2019

Neomycin 3.5 mg/g / Polymyxin B10000 USP Units/g / Dexamethasone 1 mg/g Ophthalmic Ointment, 3.5 g tube, Rx only, Manufactured for H.J. Harkins Company, Inc. dba Pharma Pac by Perrigo Co, Allegan, MI 49010, NDC 52959-0407-01

CGMPs Deviations: Insufficient Quality Assurance controls over critical systems in the manufacturing facility.

Recall #
D-1580-2019
Affected scope
97 boxes
Initiated
July 12, 2019
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H J Harkins Company Inc dba Pharma Pac recalled Neomycin 3.5 mg/g / Polymyxin B10000 USP Units/g / Dexamethasone 1 mg/g Ophthalmic Ointme… - a moderate-severity action.

Neomycin 3.5 mg/g / Polymyxin B10000 USP Units/g / Dexamethasone 1 mg/g Ophthalmic Ointme… was recalled by H J Harkins Company Inc dba Pharma Pac in August 7, 2019. Reason: CGMPs Deviations: Insufficient Quality Assurance controls over critical systems in the manufacturing facility.. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #D-1580-2019 with the FDA Drug before acting.

The recall

H J Harkins Company Inc dba Pharma Pac issued this moderate-severity FDA Drug recall-CGMPs Deviations: Insufficient Quality Assurance controls over critical systems in the manufacturing facility..

Moderate
severity level
Class II
classification
August 7, 2019
reported

Sourced from official FDA Drug enforcement records. Verify recall #D-1580-2019 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution scope (see Distribution below) directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from FDA Drug - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

Drugs & Medications recalls over time

Where this recall sits in its category - 14,472 drugs & medications recalls on record

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Where this agency-classified recall sits among FDA Class I/II/III notices

Of 88,244 recalls with an agency hazard classification, 19,068 are high severity, 64,652 moderate, and 4,524 low. A further 16,179 CPSC/NHTSA recalls have no agency class and are excluded from this split. This recall is classified moderate severity.

Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.

Product description

Neomycin 3.5 mg/g / Polymyxin B10000 USP Units/g / Dexamethasone 1 mg/g Ophthalmic Ointment, 3.5 g tube, Rx only, Manufactured for H.J. Harkins Company, Inc. dba Pharma Pac by Perrigo Co, Allegan, MI 49010, NDC 52959-0407-01

Reason for recall

CGMPs Deviations: Insufficient Quality Assurance controls over critical systems in the manufacturing facility.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Drug recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Moderate (Class II)
Status Terminated
Recall number D-1580-2019
Date reported August 7, 2019
Date initiated July 12, 2019
Recalling firm H J Harkins Company Inc dba Pharma Pac
Firm location Grover Beach, CA
Affected scope 97 boxes
Distribution Distributed in California

Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Drug enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

What to do with this recall

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Neomycin 3.5 mg/g / Polymyxin B10000 USP Units/g / Dexamethasone 1 mg/g Ophthalmic Ointment, 3.5 g tube, Rx only, Manufactured for H.J. Harkins Company, Inc. dba Pharma Pac by Perrigo Co, Allegan, MI 49010, NDC 52959-0407-01. Recalled by H J Harkins Company Inc dba Pharma Pac. Units affected: 97 boxes.
Why was this product recalled?
CGMPs Deviations: Insufficient Quality Assurance controls over critical systems in the manufacturing facility.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Drug on August 7, 2019. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: D-1580-2019.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Distributed in California.
Should I stop using a recalled medication or medical device?
Do not stop using a recalled medication or device without consulting your healthcare provider first, as abruptly discontinuing treatment could pose its own health risks. Your doctor can advise on alternatives or whether the recall applies to your specific product lot. Check the recall number and lot information against your product packaging.

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