Alcon recalls custom surgical packs with a latex-free symbol that may contain latex. If you have latex sensitivity, contact Alcon for a replacement.
Customer-designed sterile surgical procedure packs contain latex components as specified; but, the content label sealed within the transparent sterile pouch contains the symbol for a latex-free product. If users or patients with latex sensitivity come into contact with latex, an allergic reaction may occur.
Alcon is recalling custom surgical packs that mistakenly label themselves as latex-free but contain latex. This poses a risk of allergic reactions for people with latex sensitivity during surgery.
The packs are labeled as latex-free but contain latex components. If someone with latex sensitivity comes into contact with the latex, they could have an allergic reaction, which might be serious during surgery.
People who use or have access to these surgical packs during procedures. Those with latex sensitivity are at higher risk of allergic reactions.
Check the product code on the pack (e.g., 12771-18, 18050-10). These packs have a transparent sterile pouch with a symbol indicating latex-free, but they contain latex.
Look for the product code on the pack (e.g., 12771-18, 18050-10) to confirm if it's recalled.
If you have the recalled pack, contact Alcon directly for a replacement or instructions.
The pack is labeled as latex-free but contains latex components. People with latex sensitivity could have an allergic reaction if they come into contact with the latex during surgery.
No, but if you have latex sensitivity, contact Alcon for a replacement as soon as possible.
Check the product code on the pack (e.g., 12771-18, 18050-10). These packs have a transparent sterile pouch with a symbol indicating latex-free, but they contain latex.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Alcon to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1293-2025 — Alcon Alcon Hello, I own a Alcon that is covered by recall Z-1293-2025 from Alcon. 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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