Class IIOngoing

Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium Ophthalmic Gel 1% recall

FDA recall D-0405-2025 · initiated Apr 23, 2025

May cause temporary or medically reversible harm; low probability of serious harm.

Why it was recalled

cGMP deviations and lack of assurance of sterility.

Details

Product: Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium Ophthalmic Gel 1%, Carboxymethlycellulose Sodium 1% Eye Lubricant, Lubricant Eye Gel, Soothing Gel, Sterile, 0.5 FL OZ (15mL) per bottle, Distributed by: AvKARE, Pulaski, TN 38478, NDC: 50268-066-15.
Recalling company: BRS Analytical Services, LLC
Classification: Class II
Status: Ongoing
Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated
Distribution: Nationwide in the USA
Initiated: Apr 23, 2025
FDA report date: May 14, 2025

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Source: openFDA Drug Enforcement record D-0405-2025 ↗

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