Nearly 40,000 Clear Eyes Eye Drops Recalled Nationwide

Nearly 40,000 bottles of Clear Eyes Maximum Itchy Eye Relief eye drops have been recalled nationwide due to concerns about sterility, with the voluntary action led by Prestige Consumer Healthcare (through Medtech Products for distribution). The FDA has classified the recall as Class II, indicating that use could cause temporary or medically reversible health issues, though no active contamination has been confirmed. Affected products are 0.5-ounce/15-milliliter bottles, Lot 2552A, with an expiration date of September 30, 2027, distributed across major retailers and online sellers. The recall note emphasizes that the manufacturing facility could not guarantee absolute sterility prior to distribution, prompting the precautionary action even in the absence of reported injuries. Consumers are advised to check for Lot 2552A and the expiration date and to discontinue use if found, seeking refunds or reporting adverse effects as appropriate. The recall was initiated in late July and progressed to a Class II status, underscoring ongoing regulatory scrutiny of ophthalmic manufacturing standards.