FDA: More eye drops recalled due to risk of infection

One brand stated that the use of contaminated eye drops “may lead to blindness.”

WASHINGTON. U.S. health officials are warning consumers of two more eye drop recalls due to contamination risks that can lead to vision problems and serious injury.

The announcements follow last month’s recall of eye drops made in India that have been linked to an outbreak of drug-resistant infections. One person died and at least five people had permanent vision loss.

There is no indication that the latest reviews are related to these products.

The Food and Drug Administration issued separate recall notices for some of the eye drops distributed by Pharmedica and Apotex after the companies said they were voluntarily withdrawing several batches of their products from the market.

On Friday, Pharmedica said it was recalling two batches of Purely Soothing 15% MSM drops due to issues “that could lead to blindness.” The over-the-counter drops are designed to treat eye irritation. stop using the drops and return them to where they were purchased.

Last week, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a separate notice from Apotex recalling six batches of prescription eye drops used to treat a form of glaucoma. The company said it launched the recall after it found cracks in the caps of some bottles.

The drops are distributed as an ophthalmic solution of brimonidine tartrate. 0.15% and were sold between April and February last year.

Both companies said the recall was done in consultation with the FDA. Representatives of the company did not immediately respond to emails asking for comment.

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