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California product recalls

20,322 recalls have nationwide distribution and so reach California. 0 additional recalls listed California specifically in their distribution scope.

About recalls in California

Most US product recalls have nationwide distribution — the manufacturer ships into every state and the recall sweeps the same way. We include those in this listing because they affect California consumers even though the source notice doesn’t name the state. State-specific recalls are usually for products with regional distribution (a regional dairy, a local store brand) or where the agency was able to narrow the affected shipments to specific destinations.

If you’re checking whether a recall affects your purchase, the recall detail page lists the exact production lot codes, UPCs, and best-by dates. Match those against your package — distribution scope is a starting filter, not the final answer.

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HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0839-2023·2023-06-07
Proparacaine HCl Ophthalmic Solution Recalled Due to Incomplete Stability Studies
Akorn, Inc. is recalling all lots of Proparacaine HCl Ophthalmic Solution 0.5% due to manufacturing deviations. The manufacturer could not complete required stability studies before going out of business.
Product
Proparacaine HCl Ophthalmic Solution, USP 0.5%, 15 mL bottles, Rx Only, Distributed by: Akorn Operating Company LLC, Gurnee, IL 60031. ALL NDCs
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Drug
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0792-2023·2023-06-07
Ciclopirox Topical Solution Recalled Due to Manufacturing Practice Violations
Ciclopirox 8% topical solution (nail lacquer) is recalled nationwide. The manufacturer went out of business and could not complete required stability testing to ensure product safety.
Product
Ciclopirox Topical Solution 8% (Nail Lacquer), 6.6 mL bottles, Rx Only, Distributed by: Akorn Operating Company, LLC., Gurnee, IL 60031. ALL NDCs
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Drug
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0837-2023·2023-06-07
Promethazine HCl & Codeine Phosphate Oral Solution Recalled Due to Manufacturing Compliance Deviations
Akorn Inc. is recalling all lots of Promethazine HCl & Codeine Phosphate Oral Solution nationwide because the firm went out of business and cannot complete required stability studies.
Product
Promethazine HCl & Codeine Phosphate Oral Solution, USP, 6.25mg/10mg per 5 mL, Rx Only, Distributed by: Akorn Operating Company LLC, Gurnee, IL 60031. ALL NDCs
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Drug
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1668-2023·2023-06-07
Medical Device Recall: X-Ray Detector Drive Shaft May Break
The FDA is recalling 32 X-ray detector units due to a potential drive shaft failure that could cause uncontrolled detector movement. Affected units are distributed in 10 US states.
Product
Intelli-C, Right side suspended Tabletop, REF: 03400000
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0820-2023·2023-06-07
Levofloxacin Ophthalmic Solution Recalled Due to Manufacturing Practice Deviations
Akorn, Inc. is recalling all lots of Levofloxacin Ophthalmic Solution 0.5% due to manufacturing practice deviations. The firm went out of business and could not continue required stability studies.
Product
Levofloxacin Ophthalmic Solution, 0.5%, 5 mL bottles, Rx Only, Manufactured by: Akorn, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045. ALL NDCs
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Drug
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1639-2023·2023-06-07
Maquet QUADROX-i Adult Oxygenator recalled for packaging damage compromising sterile barrier
Maquet Medical Systems is recalling QUADROX-i Adult Oxygenators due to potential packaging damage that may compromise sterile barriers, risking infection during cardiopulmonary bypass surgery.
Product
BEQ-HMO 71000-USA /QUADROX-i Adult, Oxygenator used during cardiopulmonary bypass Item no. 701067829
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0826-2023·2023-06-07
Lorazepam Oral Concentrate Recalled Due to Manufacturing Practice Deviations
Akorn, Inc. is recalling all lots of Lorazepam Oral Concentrate (2 mg/mL) due to Current Good Manufacturing Practice deviations. The manufacturer went out of business and could not complete required stability studies.
Product
Lorazepam Oral Concentrate, USP, 2mg per mL, 30 mL bottles, Rx Only, Sterile, Distributed by: Akorn Operating Company, LLC., Gurnee, IL 60031. ALL NDCs
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Drug
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0849-2023·2023-06-07
Timolol Maleate Ophthalmic Solution Recalled for Manufacturing and Stability Testing Defects
Akorn, Inc. has recalled all lots of Timolol Maleate Ophthalmic Solution 0.5% nationwide due to manufacturing quality deviations and inability to complete stability studies.
Product
Timolol Maleate Ophthalmic Solution, USP 0.5%, packaged in a) 2.5mL bottles, b) 5mL bottles, c) 10 mL bottles, and d)15mL bottles, Rx only, Manufactured by: Akorn , Inc, Lake Forest, IL 60045. ALL NDCs
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Drug
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0818-2023·2023-06-07
Levofloxacin Injection Nationwide Recall Due to Manufacturing Deviations
Akorn, Inc. has recalled all lots of Levofloxacin Injection nationwide due to manufacturing process violations and inability to complete required stability studies.
Product
Levofloxacin Injection 500mg/20 mL (25 mg/mL), For Intravenous Infusion, packaged in a) 20mL vials and b) 30 mL vials, Rx Only, Manufactured by: Akorn, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045. ALL NDCs
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Drug
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0808-2023·2023-06-07
Guaifenesin Oral Solution Recalled Due to Incomplete Stability Studies
Akorn, Inc. is recalling all lots of Guaifenesin Oral Solution nationwide due to CGMP deviations. The manufacturer ceased operations before completing required stability testing to verify the product's safety and efficacy.
Product
Guaifenesin Oral Solution, 300 mg/ 15 mL, Sugar Free/Alcohol Free, Rx Only, For Institutional Use Only, Hi-Tech Pharmacal Co., Inc., Amityville, NY 11701. ALL NDCs
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Drug
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0863-2023·2023-06-07
Ropivacaine Hydrochloride Injection recalled; manufacturer unable to complete stability studies
Akorn, Inc. recalls all lots of Ropivacaine Hydrochloride Injection nationwide because the manufacturer went out of business and cannot complete required stability studies.
Product
Ropivacaine Hydrochloride Injection USP, 0.2%, 200mg/100 mL (2 mg/mL), 100 mL Vial, Rx Only, Manufactured by: Akorn Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045. ALL NDCs
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Drug
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0815-2023·2023-06-07
Lactulose Solution Recall Due to Manufacturing Practice Deviations
Akorn, Inc. has recalled all lots of Lactulose Solution, USP 30 mL Unit Dose Cups nationwide due to the company's inability to continue stability studies after ceasing operations.
Product
Lactulose Solution, USP (For oral or rectal administration), 30 mL Unit Dose Cups, Rx Only, Distributed by: Akorn, Inc., Gurnee, IL 60031. ALL NDCs
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Drug
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1670-2023·2023-06-07
Smith & Nephew ENGAGE Cementless Knee System Recalled Over Revision Rate Concerns
Smith & Nephew has recalled 1,994 units of its ENGAGE Cementless Partial Knee System because recent data shows higher-than-expected revision rates compared to similar devices.
Product
Smith&Nephew ENGAGE Cementless Partial Knee System, Porous Femoral components, Part Numbers: a) REF 1-10003-100 (SIZE 1 Right Medial); b) REF 1-10003-110 (SIZE 1 Left Medial); c) REF 1-10003-200 (SIZE 2-Right Medial); d) REF 1-10003-210 (SIZE 2-Left Medial); e) REF 1-
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0785-2023·2023-06-07
Artificial Tears Solution Recalled Due to CGMP Deviations and Incomplete Stability Studies
Akorn, Inc. is recalling all lots of Artificial Tears Solution (Polyvinyl Alcohol 1.4%) nationwide due to CGMP compliance issues and inability to complete required stability studies after the firm went out of business.
Product
Artificial Tears Solution, Polyvinyl Alcohol 1.4%, For Ophthalmic Use Only, Distributed by: Akorn Operating Company LLC, Gurnee, IL 60031. ALL NDCs
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Drug
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1648-2023·2023-06-07
Cytrellis ellacor Dermal Micro-Coring System Recalled for Potential Scarring
Cytrellis Biosystems is recalling 89 units of the ellacor System Gen 4 nationwide due to irregular core patterns that may cause prolonged healing, skin texture irregularities, or scarring.
Product
Cytrellis ellacor System with Micro-Coring Technology-Dermal Micro-Coring System System intended for the treatment of moderate and severe wrinkles in the mid and lower face. Model #: Gen 4
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1673-2023·2023-06-07
Smith & Nephew ENGAGE Knee System Recalled for Elevated Revision Risk
Smith & Nephew's ENGAGE Cementless Partial Knee System is being recalled due to higher-than-expected revision rates compared to similar devices. The recall affects 7,531 units distributed nationwide.
Product
Smith&Nephew ENGAGE Cementless Partial Knee System, Coated Tibial Insert, Part Numbers: a) REF 1-10013-109, SIZE 1-LEFT MED, 9MM; b) REF 1-10013-110, SIZE 1-LEFT MED, 10MM; c) REF 1-10013-111, SIZE 1-LEFT MED, 11MM; d) REF 1-10013-113, SIZE 1-LEFT MED, 13MM; e) REF 1-1
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0832-2023·2023-06-07
FDA Recalls All Olopatadine HCl Nasal Spray Lots Due to Manufacturing Deviations
The FDA is recalling all lots of Olopatadine HCl Nasal Spray (665 mcg, manufactured by Akorn) nationwide and in Puerto Rico due to manufacturing quality deviations and incomplete stability studies.
Product
Olopatadine HCl Nasal Spray, 665 mcg, 30.5 g bottles, Rx Only, Manufactured by: Akorn, Operating Company LLC, Gurnee, IL 60031. ALL NDCs
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Drug
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1637-2023·2023-06-07
QUADROX-i Small Adult Oxygenator Recall Due to Sterile Packaging Defects
Maquet is recalling QUADROX-i Small Adult Oxygenators due to packaging defects that may compromise the sterile barrier. Exposure to non-sterile product could cause infection, sepsis, and ischemia.
Product
QUADROX-i Small Adult, Oxygenator used during cardiopulmonary bypass Model Item no. HMO 50000-USA 701067891 HMO 51000-USA 701067895
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0840-2023·2023-06-07
Rifampin Capsules Recalled Due to Incomplete Stability Studies
Akorn, Inc. is recalling all lots of Rifampin Capsules USP 150 mg distributed nationwide due to manufacturing deviations. The company ceased business before completing required stability studies to verify the drug remains safe and effective throughout its shelf life.
Product
Rifampin Capsules USP, 150 mg, 30-count bottles, Rx Only, Sterile, Distributed by: Akorn Operating Company LLC, Gurnee, IL 60031. ALL NDCs
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Drug
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0823-2023·2023-06-07
Lidocaine HCl Jelly 2% recalled nationwide for manufacturing compliance deviations
Akorn, Inc. is recalling all lots of Lidocaine HCl Jelly USP 2% in 5mL tubes nationwide due to manufacturing quality control violations. The company ceased operations and could not complete required stability testing.
Product
Lidocaine HCl Jelly USP, 2%, 5mL tubes, Rx Only, Manufactured by: Akorn, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045. ALL NDCs
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Drug
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1636-2023·2023-06-07
FDA Recalls QUADROX-i Small Oxygenator Due to Packaging Integrity Issues
Maquet Medical Systems USA is recalling 1,784 QUADROX-i Small Oxygenators due to packaging defects that may compromise the sterile barrier, risking infection and other serious complications.
Product
BEQ-HMO 50000-USA/ QUADROX-i Small, Oxygenator used during cardiopulmonary bypass Item no. 701067905
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1659-2023·2023-06-07
QUADROX-i Adult Oxygenator Recalled for Packaging Defects Compromising Sterility
Maquet is recalling QUADROX-i Adult Oxygenators used in cardiopulmonary bypass surgery due to packaging defects that may compromise the sterile barrier. Contact with non-sterile devices could cause infection, sepsis, or ischemia.
Product
QUADROX-i Adult, Oxygenator used during cardiopulmonary bypass Model Item No. HMO 70000-USA 701067820 HMO 71000-USA 701067823 BEQ-HMO 71000-USA 701067829
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0784-2023·2023-06-07
FDA Recalls Apraclonidine Ophthalmic Solution Due to Manufacturing Compliance Failures
Akorn Inc. is recalling all lots of Apraclonidine Ophthalmic Solution 0.5% due to manufacturing compliance deviations. The firm went out of business and could not complete required stability studies.
Product
Apraclonidine Ophthalmic Solution 0.5%, packaged in a) 5mL and b) 10 mL bottles, Rx only, Sterile, For Topical Ophthalmic Use Only, Distributed by: Akorn Operating Company LLC, Gurnee, IL 60031. ALL NDCs
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Drug
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0814-2023·2023-06-07
Akorn Lactulose Solution Recalled Due to Incomplete Stability Studies
Akorn, Inc. is recalling all lots of Lactulose Solution USP (Oral), 10g/15mL, distributed nationwide in the USA and Puerto Rico, due to the manufacturer's inability to complete required stability studies following company closure.
Product
Lactulose Solution, USP (Oral), 10g/15 mL, packaged in a) 15mL bottles, b) 30 mL bottles, c) 473 mL bottles, and d) 946 mL bottles, Rx Only, Distributed by: Akorn, Inc., Gurnee, IL 60031. ALL NDCs
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Drug
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0854-2023·2023-06-07
Valproic Acid Oral Solution Recalled for Manufacturing Compliance Deviation
Akorn, Inc. is recalling all lots of Valproic Acid Oral Solution, USP (250mg/5mL) nationwide. The recall was issued because the firm ceased operations and could not complete required stability studies as mandated by manufacturing regulations.
Product
Valproic Acid Oral Solution, USP, 250mg/5mL, 473 mL bottles, Rx only, Distributed by: Akorn Operating Company LLC, Gurnee, IL 60031. ALL NDCs
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Drug
Distribution
Distributed nationwide