"Eye Drop Recall Alert: What You Should Know"
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The FDA has announced recalls of several eye drop brands linked to an outbreak of drug-resistant bacteria responsible for three deaths and multiple cases of people going blind. As of March 14, 68 patients across 16 states were found to have contracted the bacteria, known as Pseudomonas aeruginosa. The recalled brands include EzriCare and Delsam Pharma "Artificial Tears Lubricant Eye Drops," Apotex "Brimonidine Tartrate Ophthalmic Solution, 0.15%," and Pharmedica "Purely Soothing, 15% MSM Drops." The CDC and FDA urge patients to immediately stop using the recalled eye drops and contact their doctors for a safe substitute.
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