FDA Drug Recalls

Recalls / Class II

Class IID-0355-2024

Product

Omeprazole and Sodium Bicarbonate For Oral Suspension 40mg/1,680mg, This packet contains 40mg of omeprazole and 1,680mg of sodium bicarbonate, Directions for Use: Empty packet contents into a small cup containing 1 to 2 tablespoons of WATER. DO NOT USE OTHER LIQUIDS OR FOODS. Stir well and drink immediately. Rx Only, Distributed by: Oceanside Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC, Bridgewater, NJ 08807, NDC 68682-991-30.

Brand name
Omeprazole And Sodium Bicarbonate
Generic name
Omeprazole, Sodium Bicarbonate
Active ingredients
Omeprazole, Sodium Bicarbonate
Route
Oral
NDCs
68682-102, 68682-990, 68682-991, 68682-104
FDA application
NDA021849
Affected lot / code info
Lot #0013R; Exp. 01/2026

Why it was recalled

Subpotent Drug: Out of specification for assay

Recalling firm

Firm
Bausch Health Companies, Inc.
Manufacturer
Oceanside Pharmaceuticals
Notification channel
Letter
Type
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Address
400 Somerset Corporate Blvd, Bridgewater, New Jersey 08807-2867

Distribution

Quantity
3,600 cartons
Distribution pattern
Nationwide

Timeline

Recall initiated
2024-02-02
FDA classified
2024-02-28
Posted by FDA
2024-03-06
Status
Completed

Source: openFDA Drug Enforcement endpoint. Recall record D-0355-2024. The FDA issues recall classifications as health-hazard assessments, not legal findings; for legal claims consult a licensed attorney.