In the shocking development, the US Power Office and Medicines (FDA) issued an urgent recall of almost 76,000 cases of eye care products with serious security problems. This, in fact, affects the many popular eye drops and artificial tears, which have been found, have problems with the production that potentially at risk users.If you use eye drops or artificial tears, it is important to check if your product is on the list. Let’s find out more …
Reason for recallThe recall was followed by the FDA audit, which revealed significant deviations from modern good production practices (CGMP) at the BRS Analytical Service, LLC production facility. These deviations mean that the products do not meet the required safety standards. Not only did the FDA have found lack of confidence in sterility, which means that the products can be contaminated and dangerous to use in the eyes. The list also includes drops for dry eyes as the FDA found “lack of confidence in sterility” in the products.While the exact health risks from using these products are still being studied, the FDA classified this memory as class II. This means that the use of these products can lead to many health problems, and although serious harm is unlikely, the risk cannot be overlooked.List with recalled eye care facilitiesThe memory covers five different ophthalmic solutions, distributed across the country since May 26, 2023 and April 21, 2025.NDC #50268-043-15 artificial tears of ophthalmotic solutionNDC #50268-066-15 carboxymetylcellulose sodium ophthalmatic gel 1%NDC #50268-068-15 carboxymethylcellulose sodium ophthalmic solutionNDC #50268-126-15NDC #50268-678-15 polyvinyl alcohol ophthalmological solutionWhat should users do?
Stop using the product immediatelyCheck the party number and expiration date on your product in the list of revocations available on AVKare’s (medical firm, which first reported the recall) or the FDA recall.After identification, return the product to AVKare for full return. To do this, you need to complete the refund form available on AVKare and send it to get a refund permit form.Contact your eye doctor if you feel irritated, redness, pain or vision problems after using the products withdrawn.Where were these products sold?The products were distributed throughout the United States through outlets, pharmacies and online shops. The exact names of the stores were not disclosed.Why is sterility important in the eyesEye drop and artificial tears should be sterile because the eyes are extremely sensitive and vulnerable to infections. Eye contaminated products can cause serious eye infections, irritation or even visual damage, which can also be permanent and irreversible.
