US Drug Recall Register
Class II · Moderate risk Terminated Initiated Mar 5, 2024 (2 years ago)

Betimol (timolol ophthalmic solution) 0.5%, 15mL bottles, Rx only, Manufactured for…

Class II — Moderate risk. May cause temporary or reversible harm; serious harm unlikely.

Why it was recalled

Lack of Assurance of Sterility: Out of specification for volume and compromised container closure.

What was recalled

Betimol (timolol ophthalmic solution) 0.5%, 15mL bottles, Rx only, Manufactured for: Thea Pharma Inc. Lexington, MA 02420, NDC 82584-002-15

Recalling firm
Thea Pharma, Inc.
NDC code
82584-002-15
Origin
MA, United States
Initiated by
Voluntary: Firm initiated
FDA recall number
D-0374-2024

What should you do? A recall doesn't always mean your specific bottle is affected - it often applies to certain lots only. Check the lot number on your package against the FDA notice, and talk to your pharmacist before stopping any medication.

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