Artificial Tears Lubricant Eye Drops recall (Preferred Pharmaceuticals, Inc.)
DrugClass IIOngoing
Summary: Preferred Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is recalling Artificial Tears Lubricant Eye Drops (glycerin 0.2%, hypromellose 0.2%, polyethylene glycol 400 1%), 0.5 oz bottles, Mfg: Geri-Care; Brooklyn, New York NDC 68788-7266-0. Reason: Lack of Assurance of Sterility.
What is being recalled
Artificial Tears Lubricant Eye Drops (glycerin 0.2%, hypromellose 0.2%, polyethylene glycol 400 1%), 0.5 oz bottles, Mfg: Geri-Care; Brooklyn, New York NDC 68788-7266-0
Why
Lack of Assurance of Sterility
How serious is it
Class II is the middle level: using or being exposed to this product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems, and the chance of serious harm is remote.
Where it was sold
Nationwide within the United States
How to tell if yours is affected
Lot #: F1924R, F2024G, F2424E, G2424M, G2624P, J2424M
What to do
Check the product name, lot number and expiration date on your package against the codes above. If they match, do not stop taking a prescription medicine without talking to your doctor or pharmacist first; ask them about a replacement. Return or dispose of the product as your pharmacy advises.
Recall facts
| Recall number | D-0443-2026 |
| Category | Drug |
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) |
| Severity | Class II |
| Status | Ongoing |
| Recall started | March 25, 2026 |
| Reported | April 15, 2026 |
| Company | Preferred Pharmaceuticals, Inc. |
| Company location | Anaheim, CA, United States |
| Initiated by | Voluntary: Firm initiated |
| Quantity | 720 bottles |
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