FDA Cracks Down on Retailers Selling Unapproved Eye Drops with Silver

FDA warns CVS, Walgreens, and 6 other companies against selling unapproved eye drops that claim to treat conditions like pink eye, cataracts, and glaucoma.
The unapproved eye drops may contain silver, which can cause permanent skin and eye discoloration with long-term use.
CVS has stopped selling their "Pink Eye Relief" drops and is offering refunds to customers.
The FDA has given the companies 15 days to respond on how they will correct the violations before potential legal action.
The unapproved eye drops bypass defenses and pose an increased risk to users, according to the FDA.

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Posted 9/12/2023, 5:39:00 PM

FDA Cracks Down on Retailers Selling Unapproved Eye Drops with Silver

FDA warns CVS, Walgreens, and 6 other companies against selling unapproved eye drops that claim to treat conditions like pink eye, cataracts, and glaucoma.
The unapproved eye drops may contain silver, which can cause permanent skin and eye discoloration with long-term use.
CVS has stopped selling their "Pink Eye Relief" drops and is offering refunds to customers.
The FDA has given the companies 15 days to respond on how they will correct the violations before potential legal action.
The unapproved eye drops bypass defenses and pose an increased risk to users, according to the FDA.

reuters.com

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