Dr. Berne’s Whole Health Products Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Dr. Berne’s MSM Drops 5% and 15% Solution Eye Drops Due to Bacterial and Fungal Contamination

Dr. Berne's Whole Health Products is recalling MSM DROPS 5% and 15% Solution, Organic Castor Oil Eye Drops, and MSM MIST 15% Solution due to bacterial and fungal contamination, which could potentially cause serious vision-threatening infections.

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8/24/2023

FDA warns against using certain eye drops over microbial contamination

The US FDA has issued a warning against certain eye drops from Dr. Berne's and LightEyez due to microbial contamination, urging consumers to discard them to avoid potential vision-threatening infection.

9/14/2023

FDA Recalls Raise Concerns Over Safety of Some Over-the-Counter Eye Care Products

Recent recalls and warnings regarding eye health products have raised concerns about their safety, with some products being illegally marketed and contaminated, leading eye experts to advise caution and consultation with a healthcare professional to ensure proper vetting and selection of eye drops and other eye care products.