Novartis Ophthalmics

GenTeal products recalled in U.S. due to product sterility

Published in Medicine and Law Weekly, December 16th, 2005

Novartis Ophthalmics announced it has voluntarily recalled a total of seven lots of two products intended for use in the eye following concerns regarding sterility of the products.

The recalls are being conducted with the knowledge of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

Novartis Ophthalmics is recalling five lots of GenTeal Gel, a nonprescription drug product used to relieve dryness of the eye.

The five lots of GenTeal Gel being recalled are: Lot #Z12468, 10 ml, expiration date 01/2006; Lot #Z12912, 3.5 ml, expiration date 03/2006; Lot #Z12900, 10 ml, expiration date 04/2006; Lot #Z13161, 10 ml, expiration date 05/2006;...

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Source: Medicine and Law Weekly (2005-12-16)

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