The FDA posted separate recall notices for two more eyedrops due to contamination risks that could lead to vision problems and serious injury.
Two types of artificial tears eye drops were voluntarily recalled after 55 reports of eye infections, vision loss and even a bloodstream infection that led to one death, according to officials.officials are alerting consumers about two more recalls of eyedrops due to contamination risks that could lead to vision problems and serious injury.
Pharmedica on Friday said it is recalling two lots of Purely Soothing 15% MSM Drops due to problems “that could result in blindness." The over-the-counter drops are designed to treat eye irritation. The Phoenix-based company said consumers should immediately stop using the drops and return them to the place they were purchased.
Last week, the FDA posted a separate recall announcement from Apotex recalling six lots of prescription eyedrops used to treat a form of glaucoma. The company said it launched the recall after finding cracks in a handful of bottle caps.
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FDA: Two more eyedrop brands recalled due to risksWASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. health officials are alerting consumers about two more recalls of eyedrops due to contamination risks that could lead to vision problems and serious injury. The announcements follow a recall last month of eyedrops made in India that were linked to an outbreak of drug-resistant infections. One person died and at least five others had permanent vision loss.
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FDA: Two more eyedrops brands recalled due to risksThe Food and Drug Administration posted separate recall notices for certain eyedrops distributed by Pharmedica and Apotex after the companies said they are voluntarily pulling several lots of their products from the market.
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FDA: Two more eyedrops brands recalled due to risksThe Food and Drug Administration posted separate recall notices for certain eyedrops distributed by Pharmedica and Apotex after the companies said they are voluntarily pulling several lots of their products from the market.
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FDA: Two more eyedrop brands recalled due to risksU.S. health officials are alerting consumers about two more recalls of eyedrops due to contamination risks that could lead to vision problems and serious injury.
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