FDA Drug Recalls

Recalls / Class III

Class IIID-0502-2024

Product

Xelpros (latanoprost ophthalmic emulsion) 0.005%, 125mcg/2.5mL, 2.5 mL bottle, Rx only, Manufactured by: Sun Pharmaceutical Ind. Ltd., India., NDC 47335-317-90

Brand name
Xelpros
Generic name
Latanoprost
Active ingredient
Latanoprost
Route
Ophthalmic, Topical
NDC
47335-317
FDA application
NDA206185
Affected lot / code info
Lot #: HAD3383A, Exp 8/31/2024

Why it was recalled

Failed Release Testing: Out of specification for particulate matter test.

Recalling firm

Firm
SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES INC
Manufacturer
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, Inc.
Notification channel
Letter
Type
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Address
2 Independence Way, Princeton, New Jersey 08540-6620

Distribution

Quantity
35,069 bottles
Distribution pattern
TX, PA

Timeline

Recall initiated
2024-04-22
FDA classified
2024-05-20
Posted by FDA
2024-05-29
Status
Ongoing

Source: openFDA Drug Enforcement endpoint. Recall record D-0502-2024. The FDA issues recall classifications as health-hazard assessments, not legal findings; for legal claims consult a licensed attorney.

Class III recall: Xelpros · FDA Drug Recalls