US Drug Recall Register
Class II · Moderate risk Completed Initiated Jul 2, 2019 (7 years ago)

Puralube Ophthalmic Ointment, 3.5 gram, Mfd. for Perrigo, Minneapolis, MN 55427, NDC…

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

Why it was recalled

Lack of Assurance of Sterility

What was recalled

Puralube Ophthalmic Ointment, 3.5 gram, Mfd. for Perrigo, Minneapolis, MN 55427, NDC 0574-4025-20

Recalling firm
Altaire Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
NDC code
0574-4025-20
Origin
NY, United States
Initiated by
Voluntary: Firm initiated
FDA recall number
D-0474-2020

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.