FDAClass IINovember 27, 2019

Equate Sterile Lubricant Stye Ointment recall: Sterility Concern

Equate Sterile Lubricant Stye Ointment, Net wt. 0.125 oz. (3.5g), Distributed by: Wal-Mart Stores Inc., Bentonville, AR 72716, NDC 49035-875-50

Why was Equate Sterile Lubricant Stye Ointment recalled?

Lack of Assurance of Sterility

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 #: SAJ, Exp 01/21; SFE, Exp 06/21; SIA, Exp 09/21; RIE, Exp 09/20; REH, Exp 05/20; RAD, Exp 01/20; TAH, Exp 01/22; TDD, Exp 04/22

Product
Equate Sterile Lubricant Stye Ointment, Net wt. 0.125 oz. (3.5g), Distributed by: Wal-Mart Stores Inc., Bentonville, AR 72716, NDC 49035-875-50
Recalling firm
Altaire Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Quantity
441792 units
Distribution
U.S.A. Nationwide
Recall date
November 27, 2019
Classification
Class II
Status
Completed
Agency
FDA (drug)
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