FDA recall record

Apotex Dorzolamide HCI/Timolol Maleate Ophthalmic Solution 22.3mg/6.8mg per mL, 10mL bottle recall — FDA D-1439-2012

Presence of Particulate Matter: Lots identified in this recall notification may contain small particulates.

Class IIclassification
D-1439-2012official record ID
Aug 8, 2012report date

Recall record at a glance

Official recordD-1439-2012
CategoryDrug Recalls
ClassificationClass II
FDA record statusTerminated
Recalling firmApotex Inc.
Report dateAug 8, 2012
Recall initiation dateApr 30, 2012
Quantity119,794 Bottles
LocationToronto, N/A, Canada

Official product description

Dorzolamide HCI/Timolol Maleate Ophthalmic Solution 22.3mg/6.8mg per mL, 10mL bottle, For Topical Application in the Eye, Sterile Ophthalmic Solution, Rx Only, Mfg by: Apotex Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada M9L 1T9

Why the product was recalled

Presence of Particulate Matter: Lots identified in this recall notification may contain small particulates.

Distribution information

Nationwide and Puerto Rico

How to read the classification

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Additional record details

Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Letter.

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