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KC Pharmaceuticals Recalled Sterile Eye Drops AC 182,424 Bottles Nationwide (2026)

KC Pharmaceuticals recalled 182,424 Sterile Eye Drops AC bottles sold nationwide under multiple brands including Quality Choice Eye Drops Irritation Relief and Goodsense Ultra Lubricant Eye Drops. The recall cites a lack of assurance of sterility. Consumers should stop using the product immediately and contact KC Pharmaceuticals for guidance.

Quick Facts at a Glance

Recall Date
March 3, 2026
Hazard Level
HIGH
Brands
Quality Choice Eye Drops Irritation Relief, Goodsense Ultra Lubricant Eye Drops, Meijer Seasonal Itching and Redness Relief...
Category
Health & Personal Care
Sold At
Multiple Retailers
Geographic Scope
1 states
At-Risk Groups
GENERAL

Hazard Information

Lack of Assurance of Sterility

What You Should Do

Consumers and healthcare providers should stop using this product immediately. Contact K.C. Pharmaceuticals, Inc or your healthcare provider for guidance. Notification method: E-Mail

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Product Details

Product: Sterile Eye Drops AC Size: 0.5 fl oz (15 mL) Lot numbers: AC24E01 Expiration: 05/31/2026 Distributors/brands (examples): Quality Choice Eye Drops Irritation Relief; Goodsense Ultra Lubricant Eye Drops; Meijer Seasonal Itching and Redness Relief; Meijer Distribution, Inc.; Walgreens Eye Drops; H-E-B A.C. Eye Drops; Discount Drug Mart Eye Drops; Perrigo Direct Goodsense lines; TopCare Health; Equaline; Best Choice Quantity recalled: 182,424 bottles Distribution: Nationwide in the United States UPC/NDC references cited in recall: UPC 0 70038 47010 6; NDC 83324-190-14; UPC 0 93351 01158 0

The Hazard

Risk arises from lack of sterility assurance. Contaminated ophthalmic products can cause eye infections or other serious ocular injuries. The recall notes sterility concerns as the sole hazard factor.

Reported Incidents

No injuries or incidents have been reported.

What to Do

1. Stop using the product. 2. Do not use other bottles from the same lot if you cannot confirm sterility. 3. Contact KC Pharmaceuticals, Inc. for guidance via the recall notification method (email). 4. If you experience eye irritation, pain, redness, or vision changes, contact a healthcare provider promptly. 5. Follow KC Pharmaceuticals guidance for refunds or replacements.

Contact Information

Recall notifications and guidance are managed by KC Pharmaceuticals, Inc. via email. Retrieval of additional information available through FDA enforcement listings for recall D-0409-2026.

Key Facts

  • 182,424 recalled bottles
  • Lot AC24E01 with Exp. 05/31/26
  • Distributed under multiple store brands (Quality Choice, Goodsense, Meijer, Walgreens, H-E-B, etc.)
  • Reason: Lack of Assurance of Sterility
  • Stop use immediately and seek guidance from KC Pharmaceuticals

Safety Guide

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Safety Assessment

Risk LevelHIGH
Severity Score
8/ 10
Affected Groups
GENERAL
Injury Types
OTHER

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