Gentamicin Sulfate Ophthalmic Solution, USP, 0.3%, 5 mL bottle, Rx only, Manufactured for: Akorn, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045; NDC 17478-283-10.
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: Lot 7B71A, Exp 01/2020
- Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
- Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
- Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
- Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.
⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.
Recall Details
- Company:
- Akorn, Inc.
- Reason for Recall:
- Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications: High Out-of-Specification (OOS) results for Individual and Total Impurities that have been identified at the 18 months stability testing time point.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- terminated
Product Information
Full Description:
Gentamicin Sulfate Ophthalmic Solution, USP, 0.3%, 5 mL bottle, Rx only, Manufactured for: Akorn, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045; NDC 17478-283-10.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
Lot 7B71A, Exp 01/2020
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: D-0993-2019
Related Recalls
CGMP Deviations: Firm went out of business and could no longer continue stability studies.
CGMP Deviations: Firm went out of business and could no longer continue stability studies.
CGMP Deviations: Firm went out of business and could no longer continue stability studies.