Protecting Against Eye Drop Bacterial Contamination.

US officials have reported two more deaths and additional cases of vision loss linked to eye drops tainted with drug-resistant bacteria. The recalled drops were manufactured by Global Pharma Healthcare in India, where the bacteria — Pseudomonas aeruginosa — is commonly linked to outbreaks in hospitals. Dr. James Kelly, an ophthalmologist, said that the contamination where sterility is compromised could have happened anywhere in the production process of getting eye drops to the consumer. People at home can take certain measures to decrease the chances of bacteria spreading as they use eye drops, including washing hands before applying eye drops, inspecting the bottle before use, and storing it in a clean, dry location. Anyone experiencing any kind of pain, light sensitivity, blurry vision or discharge should seek immediate medical care.