Novartis recalls Xiidra (lifitegrast) eye drops due to potential impurities. Affected lots from 20E21 to 20TE2 with specific expiration dates. Consumers should check labels and contact Novartis for details.
Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications.
Novartis is recalling Xiidra eye drops that may contain impurities. This could pose a risk to eye health, so affected consumers should stop using the product and contact Novartis for instructions.
The eye drops may have failed impurity or degradation specifications, which could lead to potential eye irritation or other adverse effects. This issue is related to the manufacturing process and not the product's intended use.
People who purchased Xiidra eye drops with the specific lot numbers and expiration dates listed in the recall notice. Those with dry eye syndrome who use the product daily are most at risk.
Check the label for the lot numbers: 20E21, 20E22, 20E53, 20E54, 20E95, 20E96, 20ED1, 20ED2, 20ED3, 20EK1, 20F27, 20F28, 20F66, 20F67, 20FH6, 20G47, 20G48, 20G49, 20G57, 20GB8, 20GE5, 20GE6, 20M41, 20M42, 20M56, 20M66, 20M67, 20MA4, 20S20, 20S22, 20S44, 20S94, 20SA6, 20SA7, 20SE0, 20TE2, 20TG5. The product is packaged in 60 single-use containers (12 pouches x 5 containers) with specific expiration dates.
Look for the lot numbers listed in the recall notice: 20E21 to 20TG5 with specific expiration dates.
Reach out to Novartis for instructions on what to do with the recalled product.
The recall states there may be impurities, but the product is not considered unsafe for normal use. Affected consumers should stop using it and contact Novartis.
Check the product label for the specific lot numbers: 20E21 to 20TG5 with the expiration dates listed in the recall notice.
Stop using the product and contact Novartis for instructions on how to handle it.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Novartis to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall D-0982-2022 — Novartis Novartis Hello, I own a Novartis that is covered by recall D-0982-2022 from Novartis. 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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