FDAClass IISeptember 8, 2021

Artificial Tears Ointment recall: Sterility Concern

Artificial Tears Ointment, Lubricant Eye Ointment, Net Wt. 3.5 g (1/8 oz.) per tube, Sterile, Manufactured by: Akorn, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045, NDC…

Why was Artificial Tears Ointment recalled?

Non-Sterility - OOS sterility testing observed during 12-month controlled room temperature stability testing. The microbiological investigation identified the organism as a member of the Bacillus cereus group.

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 #: 9G01A, Exp 06/2022; 9H32A, Exp 07/2022; 9K82A, 9K82B, Exp 09/2022

Product
Artificial Tears Ointment, Lubricant Eye Ointment, Net Wt. 3.5 g (1/8 oz.) per tube, Sterile, Manufactured by: Akorn, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045, NDC…
Recalling firm
Akorn, Inc.
Quantity
142,188 tubes
Distribution
Nationwide USA and Puerto Rico
Recall date
September 8, 2021
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (drug)
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