HIGH

STERILE EYE DROPS SOOTHING TEARS (polyethylene glycol 400 0.4% and propylene glycol 0.3%), 0.5 OZ 0.5 fl oz (15 mL) bottles; a) Rugby LUBRICATING EYE DROPS, Distributed by: Rugby Laboratories,...

Lack of Assurance of Sterility

Quick Facts at a Glance

Recall Date
March 3, 2026
Hazard Level
HIGH
Brand
K.C. Pharmaceuticals
Geographic Scope
1 states

Hazard Information

Lack of Assurance of Sterility

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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

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Full Description

STERILE EYE DROPS SOOTHING TEARS (polyethylene glycol 400 0.4% and propylene glycol 0.3%), 0.5 OZ 0.5 fl oz (15 mL) bottles; a) Rugby LUBRICATING EYE DROPS, Distributed by: Rugby Laboratories, Livonia, MI 48152, NDC 0536-1219-94; b) Walgreens, Lubricant Eye Drops, DISTRIBUTED BY: WALGREEN CO., DEERFIELD, IL 60015, UPC 3 11917 20300 3. Reason: Lack of Assurance of Sterility. Classification: Class II. Quantity: 74,016 bottles. Distribution: Nationwide in the US

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Product Classification

Product Details

Model Numbers
Lot: a) SY24K01
SY24K02
Exp.: 09/30/26
b) SY24K01
SY24K02
+1 more
Affected States
ALL
Report Date
April 8, 2026
Source Agency
FDA - Drug Safety
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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