Azelastine HCl Nasal Spray (Apotex) - CGMP Deviation (2011)
Class III: A situation in which use of, or exposure to, a violative product is not likely to cause adverse health consequences
Class III recall indicates unlikely adverse health consequences.
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Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Azelastine HCl Nasal Solution, 0.1 %, 137 mcg/spray, 30 mL bottle (200 Metered Sprays), Rx only, Mfg by: Apotex Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada M9L 1T9, NDC 60505-0833-5.
Brand
Apotex Corp.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Lot #: JK9130, JM0925, Exp 05/12, JN6514, Exp 07/12, JN1125, JN1127, Exp 08/12, JR5780, JR5782, Exp 12/12.
Products Sold
Lot #: JK9130, JM0925, Exp 05/12; JN6514, Exp 07/12; JN1125, JN1127, Exp 08/12; JR5780, JR5782, Exp 12/12.
Apotex Corp. is recalling Azelastine HCl Nasal Solution, 0.1 %, 137 mcg/spray, 30 mL bottle (200 Metered Sprays), Rx only, Mfg due to CGMP Deviations: tubing used for filling may interact with the nasal formulation of this product.. This is a Class I recall, indicating a high risk of serious health consequences. Based on FDA drug enforcement report.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
CGMP Deviations: tubing used for filling may interact with the nasal formulation of this product.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
Consumers should stop using the product and contact the recalling firm, their healthcare provider, or return it to the place of purchase.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) directly.
View official FDA recall noticePage updated: Jan 7, 2026