ImprimisRx Povidone Iodine Ophthalmic Solution Recall Over Subpotent Drug

Source: FDA · United States

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ImprimisRx NJ LLC is recalling 772 bottles of Povidone Iodine 1.25% / Proparacaine HCl 0.5% Ophthalmic Solution due to subpotency.

FDA recall: what the record actually shows

This notice was issued by FDA on September 22, 2026 and geographically references United States. The FDA classifies this as a Class III recall, with the stated reason "Subpotent Drug", distributed usa nationwide. FDA recall classes run from I (reasonable probability of serious harm) to III (unlikely to cause harm), so the class number is the fastest way to gauge severity here. The category it belongs to - FDA Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.

Most readers skim a notice like this, check whether they are personally affected, and move on. The more useful lens is to verify its scope, source, and timestamp, then compare related notices without assuming that one record proves a broader trend.

Before acting, the primary agency source is available to check alongside this summary. Its related labels are recall, product-safety, fda, Drugs.

What Happened

ImprimisRx NJ LLC initiated a voluntary recall of the affected product because it is subpotent.

Which Products Are Affected

Povidone Iodine 1.25% / Proparacaine HCl 0.5% Ophthalmic Solution, 10 mL per dropper bottle, For Office Use Only, NDC 71384-732-10. Affected lots are 26JAN035 (BUD 09/07/2026) and 26FEB015 (BUD 09/24/2026). A total of 772 bottles were distributed nationwide in the United States.

What You Should Do

Consumers should contact the recalling firm for further information regarding the recall.

Why This Matters

This is a Class III recall involving a subpotent ophthalmic drug distributed across the United States.

Source

FDA Recall Number D-0835-2026

Original source: FDA Official Notice ↗

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What is this FDA recall about? ▾
ImprimisRx NJ LLC is recalling 772 bottles of Povidone Iodine 1.25% / Proparacaine HCl 0.5% Ophthalmic Solution due to subpotency.
Which agency issued this alert? ▾
This alert was issued by FDA. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How is this recall classified, and why does that matter? ▾
The FDA classifies this as a Class III recall, citing "Subpotent Drug" as the reason. Class I is the most serious (reasonable probability of serious harm), Class II is a moderate or temporary health risk, and Class III is unlikely to cause harm.
What area is affected? ▾
This alert affects United States. Check with FDA for the most current geographic scope.
Where can I find more FDA Recalls updates? ▾
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