Optikem International recalls HylaTears lubricant eye drops due to lack of sterility assurance. Consumers should check product details and contact Optikem for guidance.
Lack of Assurance of Sterility
Optikem International is recalling HylaTears lubricant eye drops because they may not be sterile. This could lead to infections if used improperly.
The product lacks assurance of sterility, meaning it might not be clean enough to prevent eye infections. Using unsterile eye drops can cause serious eye infections or other complications.
People who own or use the HylaTears lubricant eye drops. Those with dry eyes or who rely on eye drops for relief are most at risk.
Check for the product name 'HylaTears', lubricant eye drops, 0.67 fl oz (20mL) bottle. The product was manufactured in Riverside, MO.
Look for the product name 'HylaTears', lubricant eye drops, 0.67 fl oz (20mL) bottle.
The recall states there is a lack of assurance of sterility, so the product may not be safe to use and could cause infections.
The recall record does not specify a replacement or remedy.
The recall record does not specify a remedy, so contact Optikem International for guidance.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Optikem to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall D-0384-2024 — Optikem Optikem Hello, I own a Optikem that is covered by recall D-0384-2024 from Optikem. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
