US Drug Recall Register
Class III · Low risk Terminated Initiated Mar 22, 2017 (9 years ago)

Pilocarpine Hydrochloride Ophthalmic Solution 4% , packaged in 15 mL bottles, Rx Only…

Class III — Low risk. Unlikely to cause harm, but violates FDA regulations.

Why it was recalled

Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications.

What was recalled

Pilocarpine Hydrochloride Ophthalmic Solution 4% , packaged in 15 mL bottles, Rx Only, Manufactured by Alcon Laboratories, Inc. Fort Worth, Texas 76134 Sandoz Princeton, NJ 08540, NDC 61314-206-15

Recalling firm
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corp.
NDC code
61314-206-15
Origin
NJ, United States
Initiated by
Voluntary: Firm initiated
FDA recall number
D-0679-2017

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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