Eye Drops Recalled Due to Fungal Concerns
The manufacturer of Systane eye drops has issued a recall for a specific batch due to concerns about potential fungal contamination, which poses risks of blindness or death. Read Full Article at RT.com
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A popular brand of eye drops has been recalled in the United States following the discovery of fungal contamination in one of its vials.
The Systane Lubricant Eye Drops Ultra PF, known for their claim of providing “fast-acting hydration and lasting relief,” have been at the center of this recall.
While major US media outlets reported on the recall on Wednesday, it was initiated by Texas-based Alcon Laboratories, which informed the federal government about the voluntary recall on Saturday. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) subsequently posted the recall notice on Monday.
Alcon stated that the recall was prompted by “a consumer complaint of foreign material observed inside a sealed single-use vial,” later confirmed to be “fungal in nature.”
Fungal eye infections can lead to vision loss and pose a significant risk, especially for individuals with weakened immune systems. So far, Alcon has not received any reports of adverse effects related to the affected eye drops.
The recall specifically targets Lot 10101, which has an expiration date of September 2025. These eye drops were distributed in boxes containing 25 single-use vials to major retailers, including Target, Kroger, Walmart, and Walgreens, as well as through online platforms.
The FDA advises anyone who may have purchased a package included in the recall to stop using it immediately and return it to the retailer for a replacement or refund. Additionally, individuals who experience any adverse effects from the drops should report the issue to the MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program, whether online, by mail, or by fax, according to the agency's recommendations.
Rohan Mehta for TROIB News
The Systane Lubricant Eye Drops Ultra PF, known for their claim of providing “fast-acting hydration and lasting relief,” have been at the center of this recall.
While major US media outlets reported on the recall on Wednesday, it was initiated by Texas-based Alcon Laboratories, which informed the federal government about the voluntary recall on Saturday. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) subsequently posted the recall notice on Monday.
Alcon stated that the recall was prompted by “a consumer complaint of foreign material observed inside a sealed single-use vial,” later confirmed to be “fungal in nature.”
Fungal eye infections can lead to vision loss and pose a significant risk, especially for individuals with weakened immune systems. So far, Alcon has not received any reports of adverse effects related to the affected eye drops.
The recall specifically targets Lot 10101, which has an expiration date of September 2025. These eye drops were distributed in boxes containing 25 single-use vials to major retailers, including Target, Kroger, Walmart, and Walgreens, as well as through online platforms.
The FDA advises anyone who may have purchased a package included in the recall to stop using it immediately and return it to the retailer for a replacement or refund. Additionally, individuals who experience any adverse effects from the drops should report the issue to the MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program, whether online, by mail, or by fax, according to the agency's recommendations.
Rohan Mehta for TROIB News
