FDAFDA · Food and drugs·Recall number D-0855-2026
AvKare Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium Ophthalmic Solution 0.5%, Lubricant Eye Drops, Sterile, 0.5 FL OZ (15 mL) bottle, Distributed by: AVKARE, Pulaski, TN, 38478, NDC 50268-068-15
Published September 30, 2026 · Recall initiated: August 20, 2026
Status when published: Ongoing — openFDA updates weekly, so this field may not reflect the current status. Always confirm with the official notice.
What's the hazard
Lack of Assurance of Sterility
What to do
Voluntary: Firm initiated · Letter
Recall details
- Brand
- CARBOXYMETHYLCELLULOSE SODIUM
- Manufacturer
- Sterling Pharmaceutical Services LLC
- Distributor
- USA Nationwide
- Lot
- Lot# 3161, Exp 8/2026, Lot# 3245, Expiry: 3/2027; Lot# 3260, Expiry: 5/2027; Lot# 3298, Lot# 3299, and Lot# 3300, Expiry: 6/2027; Lot# 3301, Lot# 3302, Lot# 3305 and Lot# 3306, Expiry: 7/2027
- Risk classification
- Class II
- Area (FDA)
- drug
- Country
- United States
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Questions about this recall
Was AvKare Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium Ophthalmic Solution 0.5%, Lubricant Eye Drops, Sterile, 0.5 FL OZ (15 mL) bottle, Distributed by: AVKARE, Pulaski, TN, 38478, NDC 50268-068-15 recalled?
Yes. FDA published recall D-0855-2026 on September 30, 2026. Reported hazard: Lack of Assurance of Sterility
What should I do if I have this product?
Voluntary: Firm initiated · Letter
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: CARBOXYMETHYLCELLULOSE SODIUM.
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