Clear Eyes Recall Issued Due to Risk Eye Drops May Be Contaminated

Recalled Clear Eyes drops were sold by major retailers, including Walmart, Target, CVS, Kroger, Dollar General and Family Dollar stores.

Nearly 40,000 bottles of Clear Eyes Maximum Itchy Eye Relief eye drops are being recalled nationwide over concerns that a potential contamination problem may have compromised the sterility of the products, raising the risk of eye infections and other adverse health effects.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced the Clear Eyes recall involving eye drops distributed by Medtech Products Inc., part of Prestige Brand Holdings in Tarrytown, New York. According to the FDA enforcement report, the company initiated the recall due to a “lack of assurance of sterility” after identifying a potential contamination issue affecting certain lots.

The FDA classified the action as a Class II recall, indicating use of the affected eye drops may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, although the likelihood of serious health effects is considered remote.

Clear Eyes Recall

The eye drops recall involves 15 mL bottles of Clear Eyes Maximum Itchy Eye Relief with lot code 2552A and an expiration date of September 30, 2027.

Clear Eyes Maximum Itchy Eye Relief is marketed as an astringent, lubricant and redness reliever intended to ease redness, itching, burning and watery eyes. The product is widely sold through major retailers, including Walmart, Target, CVS, Kroger, Dollar General and Family Dollar.

No other Clear Eyes products are included in the recall, and no injuries have been reported to date. The manufacturer also states that none of the recalled eye drops have been confirmed to be contaminated, indicating the recall was issued out of an abundance of caution.

Consumers are advised to stop using the affected eye drops and return them to the retailer where they were purchased for a full refund. Anyone who experiences symptoms or has concerns about possible side effects should seek medical attention or contact a doctor, healthcare provider or pharmacist for further guidance.

Eye Drop Contamination Lawsuits

Contaminated eye drops have been tied to a series of major recalls and lawsuits in recent years, as failures to maintain sterility may expose users to serious eye infections, vision problems and other potentially permanent injuries.

In March, K.C. Pharmaceuticals issued a sterile eye drop recall affecting more than 3 million bottles sold under several retail brands, including products available at Kroger, Walgreens, CVS and Harris Teeter.

Similar concerns led to a Systane eye drops lawsuit following a December 2024 recall involving potential fungal contamination. The FDA warned that use of the affected products could result in serious health consequences, including eye irritation and potential vision loss.

Individuals who believe they were injured by contaminated or otherwise compromised sterile eye drops may contact a product liability lawyer to investigate whether they may have a claim. There are no fees or expenses unless a recovery is obtained.

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