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GERICARE Eyewash, sterile eye irrigating solution, packaged in a 4 fl oz (118 mL) bottle, OTC, Distributed by Geri-Care Pharmaceuticals Corp., Brooklyn, NY 11204, NDC 57896-0186-04

Class I - Dangerous
💊 Drugs Recalled: November 9, 2017 Kareway Products Over-the-Counter Nationwide

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    Lot #: 86041601, Exp 09/19
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
  5. Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.

⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.

Recall Details

Company:
Kareway Products Inc
Reason for Recall:
Non-sterility: confirmed microbial contamination with Achromobacter xylosoxidans
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

GERICARE Eyewash, sterile eye irrigating solution, packaged in a 4 fl oz (118 mL) bottle, OTC, Distributed by Geri-Care Pharmaceuticals Corp., Brooklyn, NY 11204, NDC 57896-0186-04

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

Lot #: 86041601, Exp 09/19

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: D-0551-2018