Class III — Low risk. Unlikely to cause harm, but violates FDA regulations.
Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications: Identification of an unknown impurity at the 12-month stability point.
Timolol Maleate Ophthalmic Solution, USP, 0.5%, 5 x 0.3 mL Single-Dose Vials, Rx Only, Sterile, Manufactured for: Akorn, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045. NDC 17478-189-24
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.
Reason Defective Container: Firm received multiple complaints of broken cap spikes and undeliverable drops.
Reason Lack of Assurance of Sterility
Reason Lack of Assurance of Sterility; atypical weight loss due to improper bottle sealing leading to potential sterility concerns
Reason Defective Container: spike of the cap becomes lodged in the nozzle of the product bottle.
Reason Lack of Assurance of Sterility
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