US Drug Recall Register
Class II · Moderate risk Ongoing Initiated Mar 25, 2026 (5 months ago)

Artificial Tears Lubricant Eye Drops (glycerin 0.2%, hypromellose 0.2%, polyethylene…

Class II — Moderate risk. May cause temporary or reversible harm; serious harm unlikely.

Why it was recalled

Lack of Assurance of Sterility

What was recalled

Artificial Tears Lubricant Eye Drops (glycerin 0.2%, hypromellose 0.2%, polyethylene glycol 400 1%), 0.5 oz bottles, Mfg: Geri-Care; Brooklyn, New York NDC 68788-7266-0

Recalling firm
Preferred Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
NDC code
68788-7266-0
Origin
CA, United States
Initiated by
Voluntary: Firm initiated
FDA recall number
D-0443-2026

What should you do? A recall doesn't always mean your specific bottle is affected - it often applies to certain lots only. Check the lot number on your package against the FDA notice, and talk to your pharmacist before stopping any medication.

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