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Class II: temporary or reversible health riskTerminated

Apotex Dorzolamide HCI/Timolol Maleate Ophthalmic Recall

Dorzolamide HCI/Timolol Maleate Ophthalmic Solution 22

Apotex Inc. · Toronto, N/A

Risk level
Class II
Reported by FDA
Aug 8, 2012
Recall ID
D-1439-2012
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Summary

Apotex recalled Dorzolamide HCI/Timolol Maleate Ophthalmic starting Apr 30, 2012. The FDA classified it as Class II (temporary or reversible health risk) and published enforcement report D-1439-2012 on Aug 8, 2012. Reason: Presence of Particulate Matter: Lots identified in this recall notification may contain small particulates. Status: Terminated.

Why it was recalled

Presence of Particulate Matter: Lots identified in this recall notification may contain small particulates.

Product description

Dorzolamide HCI/Timolol Maleate Ophthalmic Solution 22.3mg/6.8mg per mL, 10mL bottle, For Topical Application in the Eye, Sterile Ophthalmic Solution, Rx Only, Mfg by: Apotex Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada M9L 1T9

Lot numbers, UPCs & expiration codes

Lot #s: JN1060, JN1061, JN1062, Exp 06/12

Where it was sold

Nationwide and Puerto Rico

What to do if you have this product

  • Compare the lot number and expiration date on your package with the codes above.
  • Don't stop taking a prescription medicine on your own. Call your pharmacist or doctor; they can confirm whether your supply is affected and arrange a replacement.
  • If you have symptoms you think are related, contact your doctor. In an emergency call 911.
  • Report side effects to FDA MedWatch at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Recall details

Recall number
D-1439-2012
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Recall initiated
Apr 30, 2012
FDA report date
Aug 8, 2012
Quantity
119,794 Bottles
Recall type
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Recalling firm
Apotex Inc.

Original FDA data

Every field from FDA enforcement report D-1439-2012, exactly as published.

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City
Toronto
Status
Terminated
Country
Canada
Event ID
62574
Address
150 Signet Drive
Code information
Lot #s: JN1060, JN1061, JN1062, Exp 06/12
Report date
Aug 8, 2012
Product type
Drugs
Recall number
D-1439-2012
Classification
Class II
Recalling firm
Apotex Inc.
Product quantity
119,794 Bottles
Termination date
Sep 19, 2013
Reason for recall
Presence of Particulate Matter: Lots identified in this recall notification may contain small particulates.
Voluntary / mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Product description
Dorzolamide HCI/Timolol Maleate Ophthalmic Solution 22.3mg/6.8mg per mL, 10mL bottle, For Topical Application in the Eye, Sterile Ophthalmic Solution, Rx Only, Mfg by: Apotex Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada M9L 1T9
Distribution pattern
Nationwide and Puerto Rico
Recall initiation date
Apr 30, 2012
Initial firm notification
Letter
Center classification date
Aug 2, 2012

How we source this data

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration enforcement report D-1439-2012, published Aug 8, 2012. View the source record (openFDA) · FDA enforcement reports

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