Alden Optical recalls Alden Classic 38 Sphere Daily Wear Soft contact lenses (Catalog AOCLS38) because they lack sterility assurance. Consumers should stop using these lenses immediately to avoid infection risks.
Contact lenses lack sterility assurance.
Alden Optical is recalling their Alden Classic 38 Sphere Daily Wear Soft contact lenses (Catalog Number AOCLS38) because they do not have proper sterility assurance. This means the lenses could cause infections if used without proper cleaning or handling.
The contact lenses lack sterility assurance, meaning they may not be clean enough to prevent infections. Without proper sterilization, the lenses could introduce harmful bacteria or viruses into the eye, leading to serious eye infections.
People who own or use Alden Classic 38 Sphere Daily Wear Soft contact lenses (Catalog Number AOCLS38) are affected. Those with compromised immune systems or frequent contact lens users are at higher risk for infection.
Check for the product name 'Alden Classic 38 Sphere Daily Wear Soft contact' and catalog number AOCLS38. The lenses are intended for daily wear correction of visual acuity in people with non-diseased eyes.
Immediately stop using the recalled contact lenses to prevent potential eye infections.
No, the lenses lack sterility assurance and could cause infections if used without proper cleaning.
Stop using them immediately and contact Alden Optical for further instructions.
Look for the product name 'Alden Classic 38 Sphere Daily Wear Soft contact' and catalog number AOCLS38.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Ald:en Optical to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0983-2018 — Ald:en Optical Ald:en Optical Hello, I own a Ald:en Optical that is covered by recall Z-0983-2018 from Ald:en Optical. 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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