FDAClass IIFebruary 24, 2016

TEARS Naturale FREE recall: Sterility Concern

TEARS Naturale FREE (dextran 70 and hypromellose 2910) lubricant eye drops, 1% and 0.3%, Preservative Free, 0.9 mL (0.03 FL OZ) Single-Use Vials, packaged in 60-count Single-Use Vials per carton, Manufactured for: Alcon Laboratories, Inc., Fort Work, TX 76134, Barcode 90016741106, UPC 3 00650 41636 8.

Why was TEARS Naturale FREE recalled?

Lack of Assurance of Sterility: Some single-use vials may be filled with water rather than the product solution and the firm cannot guarantee the sterility of the water-filled vials.

What should I do if I have this product?

Review the official FDA enforcement record for current instructions.

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official FDA record. Only products that match the listed product and lot, UPC or model codes are part of this recall.

Which lot codes, UPCs or models are affected?

Lot #: KRJ006, Exp 09/17

Product
TEARS Naturale FREE (dextran 70 and hypromellose 2910) lubricant eye drops, 1% and 0.3%, Preservative Free, 0.9 mL (0.03 FL OZ) Single-Use Vials, packaged in 60-count Single-Use Vials per carton, Manufactured for: Alcon Laboratories, Inc., Fort Work, TX 76134, Barcode 90016741106, UPC 3 00650 41636 8.
Recalling firm
Alcon Research, Ltd.
Quantity
12,648 cartons
Distribution
Nationwide
Recall date
February 24, 2016
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (drug)
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