FDAClass IIOctober 21, 2015

Bromfenac Ophthalmic Solution 0.09% recall: Sterility Concern

Bromfenac Ophthalmic Solution 0.09%, packaged in a) 1.7 mL bottle (NDC 60505-0595-05), b) 2.5 mL bottle (NDC 60505-0596-04), Rx Only, Mfg for: Apotex Corp., Weston, FL 33326.

Why was Bromfenac Ophthalmic Solution 0.09% recalled?

Lack of Assurance of Sterility: Failed preservative effectiveness testing

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 #: a) MF0537, Exp 07/2016; b) MF8090, MF0532, Exp 07/2016

Product
Bromfenac Ophthalmic Solution 0.09%, packaged in a) 1.7 mL bottle (NDC 60505-0595-05), b) 2.5 mL bottle (NDC 60505-0596-04), Rx Only, Mfg for: Apotex Corp., Weston, FL 33326.
Recalling firm
Apotex Inc.
Quantity
5,520 bottles (Lot MF0537), 2,828 bottles (Lot MF8090), and 20,454 bottles (Lot MF0532)
Distribution
Nationwide
Recall date
October 21, 2015
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (drug)
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