Eye Drop Recall

• By: Maureen Carland
• On: 12/30/2024 09:50:34
• In: Quality/Regulatory

Alcon Laboratories Initiates Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Systane Lubricant Eye Drops Ultra PF, Single Vials On-the-Go (Lot 10101), Due to Potential Fungal Contamination

Alcon Laboratories has announced a voluntary nationwide recall of one (1) lot of Systane Lubricant Eye Drops Ultra PF, Single Vials On-the-Go, 25 count (Lot 10101) due to the potential for fungal contamination. Contaminated ophthalmic products can pose a risk of eye infections, which may threaten vision and, in extremely rare cases, be life-threatening in immunocompromised individuals. To date, no adverse events associated with this recall have been reported.

Product Information:

• Usage: Temporary relief of burning and irritation due to dry eye symptoms.
• Packaging: 25 sterile, single-use LDPE plastic vials of preservative-free solution, enclosed in a green and pink cardboard carton featuring “Systane” and “ULTRA PF” brand names and labeled with “25 vials.”
• Identification Details:
  • Lot Number: 10101
  • Expiration Date: 2025/09
  • NDC: 0065-1432-06
  • UPC: 300651432060
• Distribution: Nationwide to retail and online outlets.

Consumers are encouraged to verify their product to determine if it is part of the recalled lot. For further details and reporting instructions, refer to this release.
 
Staff contact: mcarland@mehca.org