FDA Warns Retailers About Marketing Unapproved Eye Drops Containing Silver that Can Discolor Skin and Eyes

The FDA warned major retailers about marketing unapproved eye products that claim to treat various eye conditions.
The products contain silver that can permanently discolor skin and eyes.
The retailers warned include CVS, Walgreens, Boiron, DR Vitamins Solutions, and others.
The retailers have 15 days to respond to the FDA warning letters.
This year multiple eye drops were recalled for causing infections, blindness, and deaths.

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FDA Cracks Down on Retailers Selling Unapproved Eye Drops with Silver

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

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Posted 9/12/2023, 11:53:22 PM

FDA Warns Retailers About Marketing Unapproved Eye Drops Containing Silver that Can Discolor Skin and Eyes

The FDA warned major retailers about marketing unapproved eye products that claim to treat various eye conditions.
The products contain silver that can permanently discolor skin and eyes.
The retailers warned include CVS, Walgreens, Boiron, DR Vitamins Solutions, and others.
The retailers have 15 days to respond to the FDA warning letters.
This year multiple eye drops were recalled for causing infections, blindness, and deaths.

usatoday.com

Relevant topic timeline:

8/23/2023

In a new warning, FDA urges people to stop using contaminated eyedrops

8/24/2023

FDA warns against using certain eye drops over microbial contamination

8/28/2023

Eye drops recalled over bacteria, fungi contamination

9/12/2023

FDA Warns 8 Companies Over Marketing Unapproved Eye Drops That Could Cause Harm

9/12/2023

FDA Cracks Down on Retailers Selling Unapproved Eye Drops with Silver

9/14/2023

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