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AvKare Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium Ophthalmic Solution 0.5%, Lubricant Eye Drops recall

Sterling Pharmaceutical Services LLC recalled AvKare Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium Ophthalmic Solution 0.5%, Lubricant Eye Drops on September 30, 2026 because of lack of Assurance of Sterility. It was sold nationwide.

Why it was recalled

Lack of Assurance of Sterility

What's recalled

AvKare Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium Ophthalmic Solution 0.5%, Lubricant Eye Drops, Sterile, 0.5 FL OZ (15 mL) bottle, Distributed by: AVKARE, Pulaski, TN, 38478, NDC 50268-068-15

Quantity: 12,864 packs

What to do

Check whether you have the product (match the lot numbers, dates or codes in the official notice). Stop using it, and return it or throw it away as the notice says.

Read the official FDA notice

Details

Company
Sterling Pharmaceutical Services LLC, Dupo, IL
Date
Severity
Class II
the product could cause temporary or reversible health problems.
Where sold
Nationwide
USA Nationwide
Status
Ongoing
Recall number
D-0855-2026
Source
U.S. Food and Drug Administration

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