FDA-Drug2026-09-30Class IIPROCESSING DEFECT
Cameron Pharmaceuticals lubricant eye drops recalled for lack of sterility assurance
What this means
Cameron Pharmaceuticals lubricant eye drops (carboxymethylcellulose sodium 0.5%) in 15 mL bottles may not meet sterility standards. The affected products are Lot #3163 (expiry 8/31/2026) and Lot #3164 (expiry 9/30/2026). About 19,284 bottles were distributed nationwide.
- Check if you have one of the affected lots by the lot number and expiry date on the bottle.
- Stop using the product if you have it.
- Consult your eye care provider or pharmacist about a safe alternative.
The agency's original wording
Hazard
Lack of Assurance of Sterility
Intended for
All ages
Illnesses reported
None reported
Sold states
USA Nationwide
Affected count
19284 bottles
Manufactured in
109 S 2nd St, Dupo, IL, United States
Products
Lubricant Eye Drops-Cameron Pharmaceuticals, Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium 0.5%, Eye Lubricant, 0.5 FL OZ (15 mL) bottles, Distributed by Cameron Pharmaceuticals, LLC, Louisville, KY, 40245, NDC 42494-448-05
Official notice
https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm?Product=D-0862-2026More Sterling Pharmaceutical recalls
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