FDA warns consumers not to purchase or use certain eye drops from several major brands due to risk of eye infection

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October 2023

News: FDA warns consumers not to purchase or use certain eye drops from several major brands due to risk of eye infection.

FDA is updating the list of over-the-counter eye drop products consumers should not purchase or use to include Equate Hydration PF Lubricant Eye Drop 10 mL sold by Walmart in stores and online. Walmart is removing the product from their store shelves and website.

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