Nationwide Recall Issued For Brand Of Eye Drops Over Contamination Risk

A nationwide recall has been issued for a specific lot of eye drops due to potential fungal contamination, which could cause serious eye infections.

Systane Lubricant Eye Drops Ultra PF, Single Vials On-the-Go, 25 count.
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Joe Lombardi

12/25/2024 6:00 a.m.

The recall involves lubricant eye drops under the Systane brand, manufactured by Alcon Laboratories, following a report of fungal material found in a sealed vial.

No illnesses have been reported, but fungal contamination can pose vision-threatening risks and, in rare cases, life-threatening complications for immunocompromised individuals.

Details of the recall:

Specific brand: Systane Lubricant Eye Drops Ultra PF, Single Vials On-the-Go, 25 count
Lot Number: 10101
Expiration Date: September 2025
Distributed nationwide to retail and online outlets

Consumers are urged to stop using the affected product immediately and return it to the place of purchase for a refund or replacement.

For more information, contact Alcon at 1-800-241-5999. Adverse reactions can be reported to the FDA’s MedWatch program.

This recall is being conducted in coordination with the FDA.

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