Oto Ease by Westone, labeled as a bacteria free, greaseless lubricant. Sold in 0.5 oz consumer sized semi transparent flexible plastic bottles. Product Usage: The product is used as a patient lubricant which eases insertion of earmolds and hearing instruments such as hearing aids.

Class I - Dangerous

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    Individual products are not identified with lot numbers. There may be lot numbers on the bottom of the bulk packaging of a twelve pack of individual products but the end user may not be aware of a lot number for the specific vial. No expiry is applied to the finished products.
  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:
Westone Laboratories, Inc.
Reason for Recall:
Westone is recalling all Oto Ease ear lubricant in all packaging configurations and sizes due to potential microbial contamination of the product.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

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

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

Oto Ease by Westone, labeled as a bacteria free, greaseless lubricant. Sold in 0.5 oz consumer sized semi transparent flexible plastic bottles. Product Usage: The product is used as a patient lubricant which eases insertion of earmolds and hearing instruments such as hearing aids.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

Individual products are not identified with lot numbers. There may be lot numbers on the bottom of the bulk packaging of a twelve pack of individual products but the end user may not be aware of a lot number for the specific vial. No expiry is applied to the finished products.

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-2058-2012