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Equate Sterile Lubricant Stye Ointment recalled over sterility concerns

Recall date
July 2, 2019
Source
U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) — enforcement report
Official notice title
Altaire Pharmaceuticals, Inc. recalls Equate Sterile Lubricant Stye Ointment, Net wt. 0.125 oz. (3.5g), Distributed by: Wal-Mart Stores Inc., Bentonville, AR…
Recall number
D-0365-2020
FDA classification
Class II
Brand / firm
Altaire Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Sold / distributed
U.S.A. Nationwide

Why it was recalled

Lack of Assurance of Sterility

Class II means using this product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems; the chance of serious harm is remote.

What was recalled

Equate Sterile Lubricant Stye Ointment, Net wt. 0.125 oz. (3.5g), Distributed by: Wal-Mart Stores Inc., Bentonville, AR 72716, NDC 49035-875-50

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