Systane recall (Alcon Research LLC)
DrugClass IIOngoing
Summary: Alcon Research LLC is recalling Systane, Lubricant Eye Gel, Night Gel, Sterile, 10g (0.35 oz), Processed in France for: Alcon Laboratiroes, Inc., Fort Worth, TX 76134, USA, NDC 0065-0474-01. Reason: Lack of Assurance of Sterility: Due to FDA inspection observations that it believes may impact product quality.
What is being recalled
Systane, Lubricant Eye Gel, Night Gel, Sterile, 10g (0.35 oz), Processed in France for: Alcon Laboratiroes, Inc., Fort Worth, TX 76134, USA, NDC 0065-0474-01
Why
Lack of Assurance of Sterility: Due to FDA inspection observations that it believes may impact product quality.
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#: 9T21, Exp Date: 4/30/2026; Lot# 1U63, 2U47, Exp Date: 5/31/2026; Lot# 6V00, 6V12, 8V54, Exp Date: 1/31/2027; Lot# 9V55, 8V58, 9V39, 9V97, Exp Date: 2/28/2027; Lot# 1W39, 1W40, Exp Date: 3/31/2027; Lot# 1X76, Exp Date: 4/30/2027.
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-0491-2026 |
| Category | Drug |
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) |
| Severity | Class II |
| Status | Ongoing |
| Recall started | April 21, 2026 |
| Reported | May 6, 2026 |
| Company | Alcon Research LLC |
| Company location | Fort Worth, TX, United States |
| Initiated by | Voluntary: Firm initiated |
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