{
  "id": 2056178,
  "title": "Alert! Here's why nearly 40,000 bottles of eye drops were recalled in US: ‘Lack of…’",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/20/alert-heres-why-nearly-40-000-bottles-of-eye-drops-were-recalled-in",
  "topic": "health",
  "section": "Health & Medicine",
  "published": "2026-08-20T02:07:26.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Live Mint",
    "slug": "live-mint",
    "url": "https://www.livemint.com/news/us-news/alert-heres-why-recalled-nearly-40-000-bottles-of-popular-eye-drops-clear-eyes-maximum-itchy-eye-relief-prestige-brand-11787190590557.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Nearly 40,000 bottles of Prestige Brand Holdings' Clear Eyes Maximum Itchy Eye Relief eye drops have been recalled due to potential contamination concerns in the United States, according to the FDA. The 15ml-bottles, with an expiration date of September 30, 2027, were distributed nationwide by Medtech Products Inc. The FDA classified this recall as a Class II, indicating a potential for temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences. Consumers are advised not to use the recalled eye drops, as they may cause infection. If you possess the recalled product, it is recommended to return it to the place of purchase or contact your local store for further instructions.",
  "summary": "The US Food and Drug Administration shared an enforcement report, saying that Prestige Brand Holdings is voluntarily recalling 39,060 15ml-bottles of a popular eye drop nationwide.",
  "key_points": [
    "Nearly 40,000 bottles of Clear Eyes Maximum Itchy Eye Relief eye drops recalled",
    "Contamination concerns prompted FDA Class II recall",
    "Consumers advised not to use recalled product"
  ],
  "editors_take": "The recall of nearly 40,000 bottles of eye drops due to contamination concerns means consumers face a risk of temporary or reversible health issues, and manufacturers and distributors face potential reputational damage.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}