URGENT: Several Eye Drops Recalled From Southwest Louisiana Stores

(KHLA - Lake Charles, Louisiana) - Several eye care products used for dry and irritated eyes have been removed from shelves at SWLA stores.  We have all the details.

AvKARE, a pharmaceutical manufacturer, announced that they have issued voluntary recalls on several of their products after a FDA audit found issues with certain eye care products over manufacturing concerns.

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AvKARE had this to say in a press release:

We have been notified that BRS Analytical Service, LLC. is initiating a Voluntary Recall to the CONSUMER LEVEL. This recall has been initiated due to manufacturing cGMP deviations identified during an audit by FDA. Health Hazard to the user is unknown, cGMP deviations may lead to products of unacceptable quality, and it is not possible to rule out patient risks resulting from use of these products.

 

AvKARE is urging consumers to stop using the recalled eye care products immediately.

The FDA provided this list of recalled products:

• 13,872 cases of Artificial Tears Ophthalmic Solution -- National Drug Code: 50268-043-15
• 1,610 cases of Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium Ophthalmic Gel 1% -- National Drug Code: 50268-066-15
• 32,876 cases of Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium Ophthalmic Solution -- National Drug Code: 50268-068-15
• 13,104 cases of Lubricant Eye Drops Solution -- National Drug Code: 50268-126-15
• 14,333 cases of Polyvinyl Alcohol Ophthalmic Solution -- National Drug Code: 50268-678-15

These products were shipped out from May 26, 2023, until April 21 of this year.

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Customers are being asked to complete a recall form on AvKARE's website and email it to customerservice@avkare.com or fax it to 931-292-6229.

According to the company, any returns would be fully reimbursed, including shipping costs.