FDAClass IIOctober 13, 2021

Betaxolol Ophthalmic Solution recall: Sterility Concern

Betaxolol Ophthalmic Solution, USP, 0.5%, (Betaxolol HCl 5.6 mg/mL), 5 mL dropper bottle, Rx only, Sterile, Manufactured by: Akorn, Inc., Lake Forest…

Why was Betaxolol Ophthalmic Solution recalled?

Microbial Contamination of Sterile Products: Confirmed sterility failure identified during stability testing at the 12-month time point.

What should I do if I have this product?

Review the official FDA enforcement record for current instructions.

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official FDA record. Only products that match the listed product and lot, UPC or model codes are part of this recall.

Which lot codes, UPCs or models are affected?

Lot 0B61A, Exp 01/31/2022

Product
Betaxolol Ophthalmic Solution, USP, 0.5%, (Betaxolol HCl 5.6 mg/mL), 5 mL dropper bottle, Rx only, Sterile, Manufactured by: Akorn, Inc., Lake Forest…
Recalling firm
Akorn, Inc.
Quantity
10,210 bottles
Distribution
Distributed Nationwide in the USA
Recall date
October 13, 2021
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (drug)
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