Quick Facts at a Glance
- Recall Date
- March 3, 2026
- Hazard Level
- HIGH
- Brands
- ARTIFICIAL TEARS, RITE AID EYE DROPS DRY EYE RELIEF, LEADER DRY EYE RELIEF EYE DROPS...
- Category
- Health & Personal Care
- Sold At
- Multiple Retailers
- Geographic Scope
- 1 states
- At-Risk Groups
- GENERAL
What to Do Now
Use this page like a recall checklist: verify the product first, then act on the official remedy.
Immediate steps
- 1Stop using the product until you confirm whether it is included in the recall.
- 2Compare the product label, model number, UPC, color, size, and purchase location against the identifiers below.
- 3Follow the official remedy from FDA - Drug Safety; save photos, receipts, labels, and correspondence before contacting the company.
- 4If the product could harm a child, older adult, pet, or patient, move it out of reach immediately.
Check these identifiers
- Brand
- ARTIFICIAL TEARS, RITE AID EYE DROPS DRY EYE RELIEF, LEADER DRY EYE RELIEF EYE DROPS, FOSTER AND THRIVE ADVANCED RELIEF EYE DROPS +4 more
- Product type
- Ophthalmic Eye Drops (Artificial Tears)
- Model numbers
- LT24E01, LT24E02, LT24E03, LT24F01, LT24G01, LT24M01, LT24M02
- UPC codes
- 57896-181, 11822-1067, 70000-0502, 70677-1158, 41250-718, 46122-605, 57896-181-05, 11822-1067-2 +5 more
- Sizes
- 0.5 FL OZ (15 mL)
- Sold at
- Multiple Retailers
- Where affected
- ALL
Recall Timeline
Key dates and source checks for this recall record.
Recall announced
March 3, 2026
Reported by FDA DRUG
April 8, 2026
RecallRadar source check
April 15, 2026
Consumer action
Use the official remedy and keep documentation.
Hazard Information
Lack of Assurance of Sterility
What You Should Do
Consumers and healthcare providers should stop using this product immediately. Contact K.C. Pharmaceuticals, Inc or your healthcare provider for guidance. Notification method: E-Mail
About This Product
Dry Eye Relief Eye Drops are marketed as artificial tears to lubricate the eye. The recall encompasses multiple brand names and distributors with nationwide distribution.
Why This Is Dangerous
A lack of sterility can lead to eye infections or other ocular harm; users should avoid continued use and seek guidance from a clinician.
Industry Context
This recall is not described as part of a broader industry pattern in the provided notice.
Real-World Impact
Consumers face potential eye infections when using sterile-sensitive ophthalmic products. The recall involves a large quantity and widespread retailers, necessitating prompt action.
Practical Guidance
How to identify if yours is affected
- 1. Locate the bottle lot number on the packaging (LT24E01, LT24E02, LT24E03, LT24F01, LT24G01, LT24M01, LT24M02).
- 2. Compare against the recalled lots in the FDA notice.
- 3. Check the UPC or NDC printed on the bottle or packaging to confirm brand and lot.
- 4. If your bottle matches a recalled lot, stop using immediately and contact KC Pharmaceuticals for guidance.
- 5. If you cannot identify the lot, err on the side of caution and discontinue use.
Where to find product info
Official recall information is available on the FDA enforcement notice linked in the recall summary. Additional details may be on retailer recall notices.
What timeline to expect
Refunds or replacements, if offered, typically take 4-6 weeks after a claim is submitted.
If the manufacturer is unresponsive
- Document all communications with the company.
- File a complaint with the FDA or CPSC if the company is unresponsive.
- Consult a lawyer if you experience an eye infection or other injury.
How to prevent similar issues
- Check expiration dates and batch numbers before purchase.
- Purchase eye drops from reputable retailers with clear lot information.
- Be cautious with generic or store-brand products that list multiple distributors.
- Look for FDA recall notices before using any over-the-counter ophthalmic products.
Documentation advice
Keep the recall notice, bottle packaging, lot numbers, and all correspondence with the company and healthcare providers for records.
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Product Details
1,023,096 bottles recalled nationwide. Distributed by KC Pharmaceuticals, Inc. and sold under multiple brand names (ARTIFICIAL TEARS, RITE AID EYE DROPS DRY EYE RELIEF, LEADER DRY EYE RELIEF EYE DROPS, FOSTER AND THRIVE ADVANCED RELIEF EYE DROPS, MEIJER DRY EYE RELIEF, and others). 0.5 FL OZ (15 mL) bottles. NDCs and UPCs vary by brand. The recall covers lots LT24E01, LT24E02, LT24E03, LT24F01, LT24G01, LT24M01, LT24M02 with expirations through 2026 (05/31/26 to 10/31/26). Nationwide distribution in the United States.
Reported Incidents
No injuries or incidents have been reported.
Key Facts
- 1,023,096 bottles recalled nationwide
- Brands include ARTIFICIAL TEARS, RITE AID EYE DROPS DRY EYE RELIEF, LEADER DRY EYE RELIEF EYE DROPS,
- FOSTER AND THRIVE ADVANCED RELIEF EYE DROPS, MEIJER DRY EYE RELIEF
- Lot numbers LT24E01 LT24E02 LT24E03 LT24F01 LT24G01 LT24M01 LT24M02
- Expiration dates through 05/31/26 to 10/31/26
- NDCs and UPCs listed per brand
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