Drug safety
FDA warns of counterfeit eye drops found in Florida and Georgia
Do not use the counterfeit drops, which may be contaminated and can cause eye infection or vision problems.
The FDA says counterfeit versions of over-the-counter eye drops have been found in stores in Florida and Georgia that primarily serve Spanish-speaking customers. The products may also be in Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina and potentially other states. The FDA said it is working with distributors to identify, investigate and remove the unlawful drops.
DLC Laboratory tested two counterfeit products and found bacterial contamination. The FDA warns that using the drops could cause eye injury, infection or vision problems, and that contamination may lead to serious eye infections resulting in partial vision loss or blindness. One product is labeled Colirio Manzanill A+ Redness Reliever & Lubricant and names ProMex LLC. The FDA said it is not aware of adverse events associated with the counterfeit products, and its investigation and testing are ongoing. People with signs or symptoms of an eye infection after using any of the products should contact a healthcare professional or seek medical care immediately.
