Is there a recall on Refresh eye drops?
Allergan recently issued a voluntary U.S. recall of its Refresh Lacri-Lube, Refresh P.M., FML (fluorometholone ophthalmic ointment) 0.1%, and Blephamide (sulfacetamide sodium and prednisolone acetate ophthalmic ointment) 10%/0.2% due to customer complaints of small black particles at the time of use.
Are Walgreens eye drops Safe?
July 8, 2019 — Altaire Pharmaceuticals has recalled a wide variety of over-the-counter eyedrop solutions, ointments, and other products sold at Walmart and Walgreens. Altaire says the products, which are designed to be sterile, may not be, raising the risk of infections and even death, the FDA says.
Did they take Visine off the market?
MANILA, Philippines—The Food and Drug Administration announced Friday that specific batches of the eye drops Visine were being pulled out from the market after the Italian Medicines Agency stated that the manufacturer of an active ingredient in the product did not comply with good production practice.
Can Lumify eye drops hurt your eyes?
Common Lumify side effects may include: mild itching, redness, burning, or other irritation of your eyes; dry mouth, blurred vision; or. drowsiness, tiredness.
Has refresh repair been discontinued?
This product has been discontinued. Failed to get answers.
Why was refresh relieva PF recalled?
Allergan is recalling two lots of REFRESH® RELIEVA™ PF. The affected lots are missing the Instructions for Use referenced on the carton. This recall is being conducted to the Retail/Health Care Provider level.
Why is Refresh PM ointment out of stock?
In a statement released earlier this month, Allergan wrote the shortage was due to “a lack of raw material components for the packaging” of Refresh products, and that it expected them to be available “for sale at retailers and online late summer.”
Can you buy over the counter antibiotic eye drops?
Over-The-Counter Eye Drops
Over-the-counter medications are frequently used to treat styes and chalazion, both of which are antibiotic-resistant bacteria. These medications are available without a doctor’s prescription.
Do eye drops make you poop?
According to ABC, there is an urban legend that Visine consumption causes diarrhea. But the US National Institute of Health says that the poisoning is much more serious, able to cause health problems such as coma, tremors and seizures.
What is the brand name for tetrahydrozoline eye drops?
Tetrahydrozoline, ophthalmic is available under the following different brand names: Visine Advanced Relief, Visine Maximum Redness Relief, Visine Original, and Rohto Arctic.