Nationwide Recall Issued for Nearly 40,000 Clear Eyes Eye Drops

Nearly 40,000 bottles of Clear Eyes Maximum Itchy Eye Relief eye drops are being voluntarily recalled nationwide because of concerns that the product may not be sterile, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

The recall covers 39,060 bottles of the over-the-counter eye drops. Prestige Brand Holdings initiated the recall on July 29, and the FDA classified it as a Class II recall on Aug. 14, citing a “lack of assurance of sterility.”

The FDA says the sterility issue creates a potential contamination risk. Class II recalls involve products that could cause temporary or medically reversible health problems, while the likelihood of serious harm is considered remote.

Which Clear Eyes products are affected?

The recall applies specifically to Clear Eyes Maximum Itchy Eye Relief in 15-milliliter, or 0.5-fluid-ounce, dropper bottles.

Consumers should check their bottles for these identifying details:

• Lot code: 2552A
• Expiration date: September 30, 2027
• FDA recall number: D-0766-2026

The affected products were distributed nationwide, meaning consumers across the United States may have purchased them.

The recall does not apply to every Clear Eyes product. Consumers should verify the lot number and expiration date rather than assuming that all Clear Eyes eye drops are affected.

Why sterility matters

Eye drops are intended to be applied directly to the eye, making sterility particularly important. Contaminated ophthalmic products can potentially cause eye infections or other complications.

The current recall was prompted by a lack of assurance that the affected product remained sterile, according to the FDA notice.

There have been no reports in the sources reviewed here indicating serious injuries or hospitalizations associated with this specific recall.

What consumers should do

Consumers who have Clear Eyes Maximum Itchy Eye Relief should check the bottle or packaging for the affected lot number.

If the product is marked 2552A and has an expiration date of September 30, 2027, consumers should stop using it and follow the manufacturer’s or retailer’s instructions for returning or disposing of the product.

Anyone who develops concerning symptoms after using eye drops should contact a healthcare professional. Eye pain, unusual discharge, significant discomfort or changes in vision warrant prompt medical attention.

Consumers should also avoid touching the tip of an eye-drop bottle to the eye, hands or other surfaces, as this can introduce contamination.

Recall remains ongoing

The recall is nationwide and remains ongoing as affected products are removed from distribution and retail channels.

For consumers, the most important step is to check the specific product information rather than the Clear Eyes brand name alone. A bottle that does not match the recalled lot and expiration date is not identified in this recall.

The FDA may provide additional information if the recall develops further.

Source: dallasnews