Akorn, Inc. recalls Betaxolol Ophthalmic Solution, USP, 0.5%, (Betaxolol HCl 5.6 mg/mL), 5 mL dropper bottle, Rx only, Sterile, Manufactured by: Akorn, Inc.,…
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Read the official notice →- Date
- 2021-10-13
- Country
- United States
- Brand
- Akorn
- Product
- Betaxolol Ophthalmic Solution, USP, 0.5%, (Betaxolol HCl 5.6 mg/mL), 5 mL dropper bottle, Rx only, Sterile, Manufactured by: Akorn, Inc.,…
- Classification
- Class II
- Units
- Distributed Nationwide in the USA
- Category
- Drugs & medical
- Source
- FDA · Drug
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