Novartis recalls Xiidra 5% professional sample vials due to failed impurities and degradation specifications. This medication is for prescription use only and may pose risks if improperly stored.
Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications.
Novartis is recalling professional-grade Xiidra (lifitegrast ophthalmic solution) 5% samples because they failed impurities and degradation tests. This recall affects healthcare providers who may have received these samples for eye treatments.
The recall is due to failed impurities and degradation specifications in the medication. This means the samples may not meet safety standards for eye treatment, though the exact risk level isn't specified in the notice.
Healthcare providers who received the recalled Xiidra 5% professional samples for eye treatments are most at risk. Patients using these samples under medical supervision are not affected by this recall.
Check for Xiidra 5% professional samples with NDC codes 54092-606-07 (5 vials) or 54092-606-04 (4 pouches of 5 vials). These samples were manufactured for prescription use only and have specific lot numbers and expiration dates.
Look for NDC codes 54092-606-07 or 54092-606-04 on the packaging to identify the recalled samples.
The recall states the samples failed impurities and degradation specifications, but does not specify if they are safe to use. The official notice does not provide details on the exact risk level.
The recall record does not specify any remedy or action steps for affected users.
Check the NDC codes on the packaging: 54092-606-07 (5 vials) or 54092-606-04 (4 pouches of 5 vials).
We’ve drafted a message you can send Novartis to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall D-0985-2022 — Novartis Novartis Hello, I own a Novartis that is covered by recall D-0985-2022 from Novartis. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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