Vetix Inc.: Eye Irrigating Solutions and Gel Drops Recalled for Microbial Contamination

Agency Publication Date: December 21, 2016

Summary

Vetix Inc. is recalling approximately 12,277 bottles of veterinary eye products including Hy-Optic Eye Irrigating Solution, OptiVet Eye Irrigating Solution, and Optimend Gel Drops. These products, which are used for animals, were found to contain microbial contamination that can cause serious ocular infections. The affected bottles were distributed nationwide to states including California, Florida, Texas, and New York, as well as Puerto Rico. Owners should stop using these eye treatments immediately and contact their veterinarian for guidance.

Risk

The eye solutions are contaminated with microbes, which can cause severe infections and potential permanent damage to an animal's eyes if applied. No specific injuries have been reported to date, but the contamination level is considered a critical risk.

What You Should Do

Check your animal supplies for Hy-Optic Eye Irrigating Solution (14.78 mL), OptiVet Eye Irrigating Solution (14.78 mL), or Optimend 0.2% Gel Drops (10 mL).
Identify affected products by checking for these codes: Hy-Optic (NDC 51031-011-15, code 10092015), OptiVet (NDC 51031-011-15, code 12032015), or Optimend (NDC 51031-013-10, code 01122015).
Stop using the affected eye solution immediately to prevent the risk of infection in your pet or animal.
Contact your veterinarian or pharmacist for guidance regarding the health of your animal and to discuss alternative treatments.
Return any unused product to the place of purchase for a refund and contact Vetix Inc. at 961 Beasley St Ste 270, Lexington, Kentucky for further instructions.
For additional questions or to report a side effect, contact the FDA at 1-888-INFO-FDA (1-888-463-6332).

Your Remedy Options

Full Refund

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

How to: Contact your veterinarian or pharmacist for guidance. Return any unused product to the place of purchase for a refund and contact Vetix Inc. for further instructions.

Affected Products

Product: Hy-Optic Eye Irrigating Solution, Sodium Hyaluronate (14.78 mL)

Model:

NDC 51031-011-15

Recall #: V-0045-2017

Lot Numbers:

10092015

Product: OptiVet Eye Irrigating Solution with Sodium Hyaluronate, 0.1% (14.78 mL)

Model:

NDC 51031-011-15

Recall #: V-0046-2017

Lot Numbers:

12032015

Product: Optimend 0.2% Sodium Hyaluronate Gel Drops for Corneal Repair (10 mL)

Model:

NDC 51031-013-10

Recall #: V-0047-2017

Lot Numbers:

01122015

Additional Information

Agency: Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

Event ID: 75075

Status: Resolved

Manufacturer: Vetix Inc.

Sold By: Veterinary clinics; Specialty retailers

Manufactured In: United States

Units Affected: 3 products (6246 bottles; 2041 bottles; 3990 bottles)

Distributed To: California, Colorado, Florida, Idaho, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, New Jersey, New Mexico, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Puerto Rico

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Summary

What You Should Do

Check your animal supplies for Hy-Optic Eye Irrigating Solution (14.78 mL), OptiVet Eye Irrigating Solution (14.78 mL), or Optimend 0.2% Gel Drops (10 mL).

Identify affected products by checking for these codes: Hy-Optic (NDC 51031-011-15, code 10092015), OptiVet (NDC 51031-011-15, code 12032015), or Optimend (NDC 51031-013-10, code 01122015).

Stop using the affected eye solution immediately to prevent the risk of infection in your pet or animal.

Contact your veterinarian or pharmacist for guidance regarding the health of your animal and to discuss alternative treatments.

Return any unused product to the place of purchase for a refund and contact Vetix Inc. at 961 Beasley St Ste 270, Lexington, Kentucky for further instructions.

For additional questions or to report a side effect, contact the FDA at 1-888-INFO-FDA (1-888-463-6332).

Your Remedy Options

Full Refund

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

How to: Contact your veterinarian or pharmacist for guidance. Return any unused product to the place of purchase for a refund and contact Vetix Inc. for further instructions.

Affected Products

Product: Hy-Optic Eye Irrigating Solution, Sodium Hyaluronate (14.78 mL)

Model:

NDC 51031-011-15

Recall #: V-0045-2017

Lot Numbers:

10092015

Product: OptiVet Eye Irrigating Solution with Sodium Hyaluronate, 0.1% (14.78 mL)

Model:

NDC 51031-011-15

Recall #: V-0046-2017

Lot Numbers:

12032015

Product: Optimend 0.2% Sodium Hyaluronate Gel Drops for Corneal Repair (10 mL)

Model:

NDC 51031-013-10

Recall #: V-0047-2017

Lot Numbers:

01122015

Additional Information

Agency: Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

Event ID: 75075

Status: Resolved

Manufacturer: Vetix Inc.

Sold By: Veterinary clinics; Specialty retailers

Manufactured In: United States

Units Affected: 3 products (6246 bottles; 2041 bottles; 3990 bottles)