A huge recall of over 3.1 million bottles of eyedrops is underway because of possible contamination. According to NBC4NewYork, "K.C. Pharmaceuticals, Inc. [of Pomona, California] voluntarily initiated the recall on March 3. An FDA notice cites 'lack of assurance of sterility' as the reason." The product was distributed to well-known stores such as Rite Aid, CVS, and Walgreen's.
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This was designated a Class II recall as of March 31, per an enforcement report from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).. In fact, that means, per the agency, "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."
Details About the Recalled Eyedrops
The names of the recalled eyedrops and the number of bottles of each one recalled are as follows. Sterile Eye Drops AC (182,424 bottles recalled), Eye Drops Advanced Relief (303,216 bottles recalled), Dry Eye Relief Eye Drops (1,023,096 bottles recalled), Ultra Lubricating Eye Drops (245,184 bottles recalled), Sterile Eye Drops Original Formula (378,144 bottles recalled), Sterile Eye Drops Redness Lubricant (315,144 bottles recalled), Sterile Eye Drops Soothing Tears (74,016 bottles recalled), and Artificial Tears Sterile Lubricant Eye Drops (549,848 bottles recalled).
Additionally, more information about each product can be found in the FDA enforcement report. This includes lot numbers, for example.
What To Do if You Purchased Any of These Products
The FDA enforcement report dies not mention what to do if you have any of these eyedrops. However, according to Prevention, the most prudent course of action would be simply not to use them. If you bought them, discard them or return them to where they were purchased for a refund. Anyone experiencing eye problems after using them should seek medical care promptly.
More About K.C. Pharmaceuticals
Per the company's web site, they identify themselves as "the largest Private Label Eye Care Supplier for Eye Care and Lens Care products in North America." Their products, in addition to eyedrops, include eye wash, contact lens are, and eye ointment. Furthermore, "KC Pharmaceuticals occupies approximately 150,000 square feet of built-in space consisting of five separate buildings at our campus."
