Voluntary nationwide recall: Eye drops (Leader)

Nov. 2023Pharmacy Updates
Cardinal Heath Inc. has recalled certain lots of Leader brand eye drops. These over-the-counter products are used for temporary relief of burning, irritation, and redness of the eye. The drops are being recalled because of bacteria found in certain samples of the product. The bacteria could cause eye infections that result in partial vision loss or blindness. Read the full text of the Leader brand eye drops recall.

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