FDA Adds Walmart Eye Drops to List of Potentially Harmful Products

The FDA has added Equate Hydration PF Lubricant Eye Drop 10 mL, sold at Walmart, to its list of potentially harmful products due to the risk of eye infections that could lead to vision loss. This comes after a previous warning to avoid or discard 26 other eye drop products sold at CVS, Rite Aid, Target, and Walmart, which were found to have "insanitary conditions" in the manufacturer's facility. The FDA has not disclosed the specific bacteria found, but positive bacterial test results were obtained from critical drug production areas. Walmart is removing the product from its shelves, and consumers are advised to seek medical care if they experience symptoms of an eye infection after using these products. CVS is offering refunds for the affected products and is cooperating with the FDA.