ARTIFICIAL TEARS
Recalling Firm / Manufacturer: BRS Analytical Services, LLC
(Saint Louis, MO, United States)
FDA Recall Number: D-0404-2025
Source Authority Disclaimer: This drug recall notice is published by Questo using official enforcement reports issued by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA). It is provided for informational, academic, and clinical research purposes only. Patients should not discontinue prescribed treatments without consulting their physician or pharmacist.
Product & Identification Information
Brand, active ingredients, NDC codes, and manufacturer details
Brand / Trade Name
ARTIFICIAL TEARS
Generic Name
ARTIFICIAL TEARS
Active Substance(s)
Dextran 70, Glycerin, Hypromelloses
Administration Route
Ophthalmic
National Drug Code (NDC)
50268-043
Total Quantity Recalled
13,872 cases (24 cartons per case)
Official Reason for Recall
Specific hazard or quality defect cited by the FDA
According to the official FDA enforcement report:
cGMP deviations and lack of assurance of sterility.
Full Product Description
Packaging specifications and labeling details
Artificial Tears Ophthalmic Solution, Dextran 70.01%/Glycerin 0.2%/Hypromellose 0.3% (Eye Lubricants) Lubricant Eye Drops, STERILE, 0.5 FL OZ (15 mL) per dropper bottle, Distributed by: AvKARE, Pulaski, TN 38478, NDC: 50268-043-15.
Enforcement & Regulatory Details
FDA classification, report dates, and initiation authority
Health Hazard Classification
Class II
Current Action Status
Ongoing
FDA Enforcement Report Date
May 14, 2025
Firm Initiation Date
April 23, 2025
FDA Classification Date
May 06, 2025
Initiation Type
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Affected Lots & Batch Numbers
Product codes, lot numbers, and expiration dates
Lot, expiry: Lot 126, exp 10/26/25; Lot 127, exp 10/30/25; Lot 128, exp 11/02/25; Lot 129, exp 11/06/25; Lot 162, exp 5/09/26; Lot 163, exp 5/14/26; Lot 164, exp 5/20/26; Lot 165, exp 5/23/26; Lot 166, exp 5/29/26; Lot 167, exp 6/03/26; Lot 168, exp 6/06/26; Lot 169, exp 6/10/26; Lot 170, exp 6/13/26; Lot 193, exp 10/07/26; Lot 194, exp 10/10/26; Lot 195, exp 10/14/26; Lot 196, exp 10/17/26; Lot 197, exp 10/21/26; Lot 198, exp 10/24/26; Lot 199, exp 10/30/26.
Distribution Information
Geographic scope of affected shipments
Nationwide in the USA
Safety Guidance & Actions
Standard FDA protocol for patients and healthcare providers
Patient Advisory
Check your prescription bottle or packaging against the affected lot numbers listed above. If your medication matches a recalled lot, contact your pharmacist for replacement guidance.
Healthcare Provider Guidance
Audit pharmacy stock and return affected lots to the distributor per manufacturer instructions. Notify patients where clinically indicated.
Official Source Provenance
Verified regulatory citation from U.S. FDA OpenFDA
Primary Data Source: U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) OpenFDA API
Recall Number: D-0404-2025
Questo Retrieval Date: July 31, 2026 14:36 1785508616UTCC