FDA Drug Recalls

Recalls / Class III

Class IIID-0091-2022

Product

Gatifloxacin Ophthalmic Solution, 0.5%, 2.5 mL bottle, Rx only, Manufactured by: Lupin Limited, Pithampur (M.P.) 454 775, INDIA, NDC 68180-435-01.

Affected lot / code info
Lot # H002512, exp. date March 2022

Why it was recalled

Failed Stability Specifications: Out-of-specification results observed in a water loss test that might affect the assay content and alter drug concentration.

Recalling firm

Firm
Lupin Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Notification channel
Letter
Type
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Address
Harborplace Tower, 111 S Calvert St Fl 21st, Baltimore, Maryland 21202-6174

Distribution

Quantity
16,272 bottles
Distribution pattern
Nationwide in the USA and Puerto Rico

Timeline

Recall initiated
2021-10-20
FDA classified
2021-11-02
Posted by FDA
2021-11-03
Terminated
2022-08-23
Status
Terminated

Source: openFDA Drug Enforcement endpoint. Recall record D-0091-2022. The FDA issues recall classifications as health-hazard assessments, not legal findings; for legal claims consult a licensed attorney.

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