FDA-Drug2026-09-30Class IIPROCESSING DEFECT
AvKare Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium Eye Drops recalled for lack of sterility assurance
What this means
AvKare Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium Ophthalmic Solution 0.5% lubricant eye drops in 2-count twin packs may not meet sterility standards. The affected lots were distributed nationwide. Use of non-sterile eye drops could increase the risk of eye infection.
- Check if you have an affected lot number: 3161, 3245, 3260, 3298, 3299, 3300, 3301, 3302, 3305, or 3306.
- Stop using the product if you have an affected lot.
- Contact your doctor or pharmacist for advice on safe alternatives.
- Return the product to the pharmacy where you purchased it.
The agency's original wording
Hazard
Lack of Assurance of Sterility
Intended for
Adults
Illnesses reported
None reported
Sold states
USA Nationwide
Affected count
107,377 packs
Manufactured in
109 S 2nd St, Dupo, IL, United States
Products
AvKare Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium Ophthalmic Solution 0.5%, Lubricant Eye Drops, Sterile, 0.5 FL OZ (15 mL) EACH, 1.0 FL OZ (30 mL) TOTAL, 2 count Twin Pack, Distributed by: AVKARE, Pulaski, TN, 38478, NDC 50268-068-02 (carton)
Official notice
https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm?Product=D-0863-2026More Sterling Pharmaceutical Services recalls
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