Medications & Supplements/Over-the-Counter

Kareway Products Inc: GERICARE Eyewash Recalled for Potential Bacterial Contamination

Agency Publication Date: February 28, 2018

Summary

Kareway Products Inc is recalling approximately 60,000 bottles of GERICARE Eyewash (sterile eye irrigating solution) because tests confirmed the presence of a bacteria called Achromobacter xylosoxidans. This over-the-counter eyewash, packaged in 4 fl oz (118 mL) bottles, was distributed nationwide to healthcare facilities and retail customers through Geri-Care Pharmaceuticals Corp. Consumers should immediately stop using this product and contact their healthcare provider if they have experienced any adverse reactions.

Risk

The product is contaminated with Achromobacter xylosoxidans, which means it is no longer sterile. Using a contaminated eyewash can lead to serious eye infections, potential vision loss, or systemic infections, especially in vulnerable populations or individuals with compromised immune systems.

What You Should Do

Check your medicine cabinet for GERICARE Eyewash (sterile eye irrigating solution) in 4 fl oz (118 mL) bottles.
Verify if your product is part of the recall by looking for Lot Number 86041601 with an expiration date of 09/19 (September 2019) on the bottle label.
Immediately stop using any affected eyewash bottles even if the solution looks clear.
Contact your healthcare provider or pharmacist for guidance regarding the use of this product or if you have experienced any irritation or infection symptoms in your eyes.
Return any unused product to the place of purchase for a refund and contact Kareway Products Inc for further instructions regarding disposal or return.
For additional questions or to report a problem, contact the FDA Consumer Complaint hotline at 1-888-723-3332 (1-888-SAFEFDA) or visit www.fda.gov/safety/recalls.

Your Remedy Options

Full Refund

Healthcare provider consultation and refund

How to: Contact your healthcare provider or pharmacist for guidance. Return any unused product to the pharmacy for a refund

Affected Products

Product: GERICARE Eyewash, sterile eye irrigating solution (4 fl oz / 118 mL)

Model:

NDC 57896-0186-04

Recall #: D-0551-2018

Lot Numbers:

86041601 (Exp 09/19)

Date Ranges: Expiration 09/19

Additional Information

Agency: Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

Event ID: 78541

Status: Resolved

Manufacturer: Kareway Products Inc

Sold By: Geri-Care Pharmaceuticals Corp.

Manufactured In: United States

Units Affected: 60,000 bottles

Distributed To: Nationwide

Were You Affected by This Recall?

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Summary

What You Should Do

Check your medicine cabinet for GERICARE Eyewash (sterile eye irrigating solution) in 4 fl oz (118 mL) bottles.

Verify if your product is part of the recall by looking for Lot Number 86041601 with an expiration date of 09/19 (September 2019) on the bottle label.

Immediately stop using any affected eyewash bottles even if the solution looks clear.

Contact your healthcare provider or pharmacist for guidance regarding the use of this product or if you have experienced any irritation or infection symptoms in your eyes.

Return any unused product to the place of purchase for a refund and contact Kareway Products Inc for further instructions regarding disposal or return.

For additional questions or to report a problem, contact the FDA Consumer Complaint hotline at 1-888-723-3332 (1-888-SAFEFDA) or visit www.fda.gov/safety/recalls.