The FDA is warning people to stop using certain brands of eyedrops due to fungal and bacterial contamination, which can pose a risk to consumers and potentially lead to serious vision-threatening infections.
The FDA warns consumers to stop using two brands of eye drops, Dr. Berne's MSM Drops 5% Solution and LightEyez MSM Eye Drops - Eye repair, due to contamination that could lead to a potentially deadly infection.
The FDA has issued warning letters to eight companies for manufacturing or marketing unapproved ophthalmic drugs, including products that can cause permanent skin and eye discoloration, and may pose a risk to users.
The U.S. FDA has warned eight companies, including CVS Health Corp and Walgreens Boots Alliance, against manufacturing or marketing unapproved eye products that are illegally marketed to treat various eye conditions and pose increased risk, with some labeled as containing silver which can lead to permanent color changes in the eye.
The FDA has warned CVS, Walgreens, and other companies for illegally marketing unapproved eye products, some of which contain silver and can cause the eye to permanently turn gray or blue-gray; multiple eye products have been recalled this year due to harm caused to people, including blindness and infections.
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.
