Alcon recalls Monarch III D delivery cartridges with a molding defect that may scratch intraocular lenses during surgery. Affected units have specific model numbers and lot codes.
Increase in complaints associated with a molding defect within the inner lumen of delivery cartridges which could result in a scratch on the intraocular lens (IOL) upon delivery.
Alcon is recalling Monarch III D delivery cartridges due to a molding defect that could scratch intraocular lenses during surgery. This defect may cause complications for patients undergoing cataract surgery.
The recall addresses a molding defect inside the delivery cartridge that could cause scratches on the intraocular lens during surgery. This defect may lead to complications for patients who have undergone cataract surgery using the affected cartridges.
Patients who have received Monarch III D delivery cartridges for cataract surgery are likely affected. Those with the specific model numbers and lot codes listed in the recall are at risk of lens scratches.
Check if your Monarch III D delivery cartridge has the model number 8065977763 and lot numbers from 15895927 to 15944535 as listed in the recall notice.
Verify your cartridge's model number (8065977763) and lot numbers (15895927-15944535) to confirm if it is affected.
Alcon is recalling these cartridges due to a molding defect that could scratch the intraocular lens during surgery.
Check if your Monarch III D delivery cartridge has model number 8065977763 and lot numbers from 15895927 to 15944535 as listed in the recall.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Alcon directly for guidance on next steps.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Alcon to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0835-2025 — Alcon Alcon Hello, I own a Alcon that is covered by recall Z-0835-2025 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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