FDA Drug Recalls

Recalls / Class II

Class IID-0537-2023

Product

Fast Acting Earwax Removal System (carbamide peroxide), 6.5%, 0.5 FL OZ (15 mL) Drops per bottle, OTC, Distributed by: CVS Pharmacy, Inc., One CVS Drive, Woonsocket, RI 02895, CVS Product # 999532, UPC 0 50428 36475 8.

Affected lot / code info
Lots: A70293, A70294, A70295, Exp. 12/2023; A70746, A70747, A70748, A70749, Exp. 01/2024; A73051, A73052, Exp. 05/2024

Why it was recalled

CGMP Deviations: active ingredient may be subpotent before the labeled expiry due to degradation.

Recalling firm

Firm
Pharma Nobis LLC
Notification channel
Letter
Type
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Address
7400 Alumax Rd, N/A, Texarkana, Texas 75501-0282

Distribution

Quantity
69,615 bottles
Distribution pattern
Nationwide in the USA

Timeline

Recall initiated
2023-04-06
FDA classified
2023-04-14
Posted by FDA
2023-04-26
Status
Ongoing

Source: openFDA Drug Enforcement endpoint. Recall record D-0537-2023. The FDA issues recall classifications as health-hazard assessments, not legal findings; for legal claims consult a licensed attorney.

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