Drug Recall Enforcement Report Class II voluntary initiated by Bausch Health Companies, Inc., originally initiated on 02-02-2024 for the product Omeprazole and Sodium Bicarbonate For Oral Suspension 40mg/1,680mg, This packet contains 40mg of omeprazole and 1,680mg of sodium bicarbonate, Directions for Use: Empty packet contents into a small cup containing 1 to 2 tablespoons of WATER. DO NOT USE OTHER LIQUIDS OR FOODS. Stir well and drink immediately. Rx Only, Distributed by: Oceanside Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC, Bridgewater, NJ 08807, NDC 68682-991-30. The product was recalled due to subpotent drug: out of specification for assay. The product was distributed nationwide and the recall is currently ongoing.
| Field Name |
Field Value |
| Event ID |
93911 What is the Event ID?
A numerical designation assigned by FDA to a specific recall event (used for tracking purposes). |
| Recall Number |
D-0355-2024 What is the Recall Number?
An alphanumeric designation assigned by FDA to a specific, classified recalled product (used for tracking purposes). |
| Recall Classification |
Class II - is a situation in which use of, or exposure to, a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote What is the Recall Classification?
Numerical designation (I, II, or III) that is assigned by FDA to a particular product recall that indicates the relative degree of health hazard. For recalls pending classification, the entry will display as "Not Yet Classified". |
| Distribution Pattern |
Nationwide What is the Distribution Pattern?
General area of initial distribution such as states, countries, or territories. Note that subsequent distribution by the consignees to other parties may not be included. |
| Product Description |
Omeprazole and Sodium Bicarbonate For Oral Suspension 40mg/1,680mg, This packet contains 40mg of omeprazole and 1,680mg of sodium bicarbonate, Directions for Use: Empty packet contents into a small cup containing 1 to 2 tablespoons of WATER. DO NOT USE OTHER LIQUIDS OR FOODS. Stir well and drink immediately. Rx Only, Distributed by: Oceanside Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC, Bridgewater, NJ 08807, NDC 68682-991-30. |
| Reason For Recall |
Subpotent Drug: Out of specification for assay What is the Reason for Recall?
Information describing how the product is defective. |
| Product Quantity |
3,600 cartons Product Quantity
The amount of product subject to recall. |
| Voluntary Mandated |
Voluntary: Firm initiated Voluntary / Mandated
Designates that a recall was initiated voluntarily by a firm on its own volition or after being requested to recall by FDA. “Mandatory” designates that a recall was initiated under a mandatory (statutory) recall authority, a court order, or FDA order. |
| Report Date |
03-06-2024 |
| Recall Initiation Date |
02-02-2024 What is the Recall Initiation Date?
The date that the firm first began notifying the public or their consignees of the recall. |
| Initial Firm Notification |
Letter Initial Firm Notification of Consignee or Public
The method(s) by which the firm initially notified the public or their consignees of a recall. |
| Product Type |
Drugs |
| Recalling Firm |
Bausch Health Companies, Inc. |
| Code Info |
Lot #0013R; Exp. 01/2026 Code Information
A list of all lot and/or serial numbers, product numbers, expiration dates, sell or use by dates, etc., which appear on the product or its labeling. |
| Recalled NDC Packages |
68682-990-30; 68682-991-30; 68682-102-30; 68682-104-30 |
| Status |
Ongoing |
Recalled Products