Cequa (cyclosporine ophthalmic solution) 0.09%, packaged in 6 pouches x 10 single-use vials (0.25 mL each) per box, Manu
Summary
The FDA issued a Class III for Cequa (cyclosporine ophthalmic solution) 0.09%, packaged in 6 pouches x 10 singl by SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES INC. Reason: Subpotent Drug and Presence of Particulate Matter: low out-of-specification results obtained for assay and the presence of particulate matter..
Details
Source
Drug Recall
External ID
D-0770-2022
Action Date
2022-04-13
Status
Terminated
Category
drug
Product Description
Cequa (cyclosporine ophthalmic solution) 0.09%, packaged in 6 pouches x 10 single-use vials (0.25 mL each) per box, Manufactured for Sun Pharma Global FZE by: Laboratoire Unither, ZI de la Guerie, F-50211 Coutances Cedex, France, Distributed by: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, Inc., Cranbury, NJ 08512, NDC 47335-506-96
Lot/Code Info: Lot: 10014, 10016, Exp 08/2022
Quantity Affected: 73,030 boxes
Reason for Recall
Subpotent Drug and Presence of Particulate Matter: low out-of-specification results obtained for assay and the presence of particulate matter.
Distribution
Nationwide in the USA.
Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated
Recall Initiated: 2022-04-01
Company
Princeton, NJ
Context & Analysis
This is a Class III recall. Class III recalls involve products unlikely to cause adverse health consequences, but that violate FDA regulations.
This was one of 47 drug recalls issued in the same week, part of 267 drug-related FDA actions this month.
SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES INC has 84 FDA actions in our database, including 83 recalls and 1 clearance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Class III recall?
A Class III recall involves products that are unlikely to cause adverse health effects but violate FDA labeling or manufacturing regulations.
What should I do if I have this product?
Stop using the product. Check the product against the specific lot numbers or identifiers listed in the recall. Contact the manufacturer (SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES INC) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.
How often does SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES INC have FDA actions?
SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES INC has 84 FDA actions in our database, including 83 recalls and 1 device clearance.
Where can I find the official FDA record?
The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "D-0770-2022" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.
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