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12-05-2025
- Business
Voluntary recall issued for eye drops sold nationwide
Several over-the-counter eye products used to treat dry and irritated eyes have been voluntarily recalled following an audit by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. AvKARE, a pharmaceutical distributor, issued a voluntary recall notice on its website, noting that the products are being recalled due to "manufacturing deviations" found during the FDA audit. According to the recall notice, the exact health dangers for consumers using the recalled products are unknown, but the company said "deviations may lead to products of unacceptable quality, and it is not possible to rule out patient risks resulting from use of these products." ABC News has reached out to AvKARE for further information. Here is what to know about the products being recalled and what consumers can do. What products are being recalled? Both the FDA and AvKARE have detailed information on their websites about the products being voluntarily recalled. The FDA's website also lists the number of cases involved in the recall: 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) When were the products distributed? The recalled items were first shipped between May 26, 2023, and April 21, 2025, according to AvKARE. Expiration dates range from April 2025 to March 2027. Click here or here for a full list of expiration dates, lot codes and other product details. What should consumers do? AvKARE is advising consumers to discontinue use of the recalled products immediately. Eye drops sold at stores including CVS, Rite Aid and Target could cause blindness, FDA warns Are consumers able to get a refund? Yes, according to AvKARE. The company is asking consumers to fill out a recall form on its website and fax the completed form to 931-292-6229 or email it to customerservice@ Once the form is received, the company will send consumers a Return Authorization Form to ship the product back to AvKARE. The company says it will issue full credit, including shipping cost, for any returns.
Yahoo
12-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Voluntary recall issued for eye drops sold nationwide
Several over-the-counter eye products used to treat dry and irritated eyes have been voluntarily recalled following an audit by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. AvKARE, a pharmaceutical distributor, issued a voluntary recall notice on its website, noting that the products are being recalled due to "manufacturing deviations" found during the FDA audit. According to the recall notice, the exact health dangers for consumers using the recalled products are unknown, but the company said "deviations may lead to products of unacceptable quality, and it is not possible to rule out patient risks resulting from use of these products." ABC News has reached out to AvKARE for further information. Here is what to know about the products being recalled and what consumers can do. Both the FDA and AvKARE have detailed information on their websites about the products being voluntarily recalled. The FDA's website also lists the number of cases involved in the recall: 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) The recalled items were first shipped between May 26, 2023, and April 21, 2025, according to AvKARE. Mom helps save daughter's vision by noticing cloudiness in her eyes while breastfeeding Expiration dates range from April 2025 to March 2027. Click here or here for a full list of expiration dates, lot codes and other product details. AvKARE is advising consumers to discontinue use of the recalled products immediately. Eye drops sold at stores including CVS, Rite Aid and Target could cause blindness, FDA warns Yes, according to AvKARE. The company is asking consumers to fill out a recall form on its website and fax the completed form to 931-292-6229 or email it to customerservice@ Once the form is received, the company will send consumers a Return Authorization Form to ship the product back to AvKARE. The company says it will issue full credit, including shipping cost, for any returns. Voluntary recall issued for eye drops sold nationwide originally appeared on
Yahoo
15-04-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Men's multivitamins recalled due to undeclared allergen: FDA
A brand of men's multivitamins has been recalled due to the presence of an undeclared allergen that may prove deadly to some consumers. The recall pertains to men's multivitamins manufactured by Utah-based company MTN OPS LLC. The recalled Multi-V Men multivitamins come in 60-capsule bottles, and 7,546 bottles are affected in total. According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA)'s website, the pills were recalled due to "undeclared soy flour." The FDA listed the recall as Class II on April 9, which pertains to products that "may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote." 'Extra Creamy' Butter Recalled Due To Stomach-churning Bacterial Contamination The recalled vitamins have an expiration date of March 2026, and the lot number is #012324177. No other batches of vitamins are included in the recall. Read On The Fox News App The multivitamins contain essential vitamins such as calcium, zinc and vitamin C, in addition to vitamin B-12, vitamin D and thiamin. Click Here To Sign Up For Our Health Newsletter The pills are intended to support men's "daily health" and "immune health," according to the company's website. "Men need specific nutrients to maintain optimal health," the product page explains. "Men's Multi-V is a daily multivitamin with essential vitamins and minerals you need to maintain a strong, healthy, and energetic lifestyle." For more Health articles, visit It is rare, but not unheard of, for over-the-counter pills and multivitamins to be recalled. In 2016, Nature Made announced a recall of some of its vitamins due to fears of possible salmonella or staphylococcus contamination. In November, some lots of the antianxiety drug clonazepam were recalled after being mislabeled with an incorrect strength and National Drug Code on them. Fox News Digital reached out to MTN OPS for comment but did not immediately hear article source: Men's multivitamins recalled due to undeclared allergen: FDA
Fox News
15-04-2025
- Health
- Fox News
Men's multivitamins recalled due to undeclared allergen: FDA
A brand of men's multivitamins has been recalled due to the presence of an undeclared allergen that may prove deadly to some consumers. The recall pertains to men's multivitamins manufactured by Utah-based company MTN OPS LLC. The recalled Multi-V Men multivitamins come in 60-capsule bottles, and 7,546 bottles are affected in total. According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA)'s website, the pills were recalled due to "undeclared soy flour." The FDA listed the recall as Class II on April 9, which pertains to products that "may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote." The recalled vitamins have an expiration date of March 2026, and the lot number is #012324177. No other batches of vitamins are included in the recall. The multivitamins contain essential vitamins such as calcium, zinc and vitamin C, in addition to vitamin B-12, vitamin D and thiamin. The pills are intended to support men's "daily health" and "immune health," according to the company's website. "Men need specific nutrients to maintain optimal health," the product page explains. "Men's Multi-V is a daily multivitamin with essential vitamins and minerals you need to maintain a strong, healthy, and energetic lifestyle." For more Health articles, visit It is rare, but not unheard of, for over-the-counter pills and multivitamins to be recalled. In 2016, Nature Made announced a recall of some of its vitamins due to fears of possible salmonella or staphylococcus contamination. In November, some lots of the antianxiety drug clonazepam were recalled after being mislabeled with an incorrect strength and National Drug Code on them. Fox News Digital reached out to MTN OPS for comment but did not immediately hear back.
