Camolyn, Fisiolin drops recalled
This article was originally published in The Tan Sheet
Executive Summary
U.S. Ofthalmi recalls certain lots of 15 mL bottles of OTC Camolyn eye drops and Fisiolin nasal drops nationwide because it cannot guarantee product sterility. The Hallandale, Fla., firm said non-sterile products can cause infection, and while the chances of a serious adverse reaction are "remote," the company "is taking a conservative approach," according to an April 7 FDA release No adverse effects have been reported. The firm withdraws lots of Camolyn Homeopathic, Camolyn Plus, Naphazoline + Chamomile 15 mL, Camolyn Refresh 15 mL, Camolyn-A, Naphazoline + Pheniramine 15 mL and Fisiolin Nasal Drops Sodium Chloride Pediatric Uses 15 mL