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Betimol (timolol ophthalmic solution) 0.5%, 15mL bottles, Rx only, Manufactured for: Thea Pharma Inc. Lexington, MA 02420, NDC 82584-002-15

Drug Recall

Official source record

Recall number
D-0374-2024
Event ID
94146
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Recalling company
Thea Pharma, Inc.
Reason for recall
Lack of Assurance of Sterility: Out of specification for volume and compromised container closure.
Report date
March 20, 2024
Recall initiation date
March 5, 2024
Termination date
June 30, 2025
Distribution pattern
Product was distributed nationwide within the United States

Drug product identifiers

Manufacturer
Thea Pharma Inc.
Brand name
BETIMOL
Generic name
TIMOLOL
Substance name
TIMOLOL
Product NDCs
82584-001; 82584-002
Package NDCs
82584-001-05; 82584-002-05; 82584-002-15
Route
OPHTHALMIC

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Frequently asked questions

What does a Class II mean?

A situation in which use of or exposure to a product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where the probability of serious consequences is remote.

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