Eye drops sold at Walgreens, CVS recalled over safety concerns, FDA says
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Key Points:
- K.C. Pharmaceuticals has voluntarily recalled over 3 million bottles of its over-the-counter eye-drop products due to concerns about sterility, as cited by the FDA.
- The recall affects products sold under various brand names, including “Dry Eye Relief Eye Drops” and “Artificial Tears Sterile Lubricant Eye Drops,” available at major retailers like CVS, Walgreens, and Rite Aid.
- The FDA classified the recall as Class II, indicating the products may cause temporary or medically reversible health issues, but no injuries have been reported so far.
- Consumers are advised they can continue using the eye drops unless otherwise directed by the company, and the exact cause of the sterility concern remains unclear.
- The recall began in early March and involves a total of 3,111,072 bottles manufactured by K.C. Pharmaceuticals in Pomona, California.
