FDA MedWatch- NuCel Labs Eye Drops and Eye/Ear Wash- Nationwide Recall Because Of The Presence Of Bacteria And Particulate Matter
January 31, 2008 14:27
NuCel Labs and FDA informed consumers and healthcare professionals of a voluntary nationwide recall of all Eye Drops and Eye/War Wash Products. The products were recalled after testing indicated the presence of bacteria and particulate matter, deeming these... (Read Article)
AMO Complete MoisturePlus Linked to Acanthamoeba Keratitis
June 22, 2007 11:12
The use of a particular contact lens solution manufactured by Advanced Medical Optics has a strong association with Acanthamoeba keratitis, a rare severe eye infection, according to a recent study at University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC). AK (acanthamoeba... (Read Article)
Bausch & Lomb Still Reeling from ReNu with MoistureLoc Recall
June 21, 2007 11:15
With a minimum of 400 consumer lawsuits over last year's recall of ReNu with MoistureLoc contact lens solution, Bausch & Lomb posted a disappointing May 2007 financial report. The earnings report, which is for the first quarter of 2006, was filed late, in part... (Read Article)
Bausch & Lomb Case Moves to Federal Court
June 20, 2007 11:16
Bausch & Lomb has denied allegations of negligence relating to a Texas' man's eye infection as lawyers prepare for a conference in federal court.On March 20, plaintiffs filed a suit in Jefferson County, Texas, naming Bausch & Lomb Inc., Wal-Mart Stores Inc.,... (Read Article)
Complete MoisturePlus Contact Lens Solution Recalled
June 14, 2007 07:03
Advanced Medical Optics, the company who manufactures Complete MoisturePlus contact lens solution voluntarily recalled the contact lens solution because it has been linked to an increased risk for a rare but serious eye infection. Contact lens wearers who are... (Read Article)
What is the problem with Complete MoisturePLUS?
June 13, 2007 08:46
This product has been linked to eye infections - AK (Acanthamoeba Keratitis). AK is potentially blinding, if left untreated. Acanthamoeba occurs in nature. It is usually in soil and water. It has been found in air conditioning units. But the concentration... (Read Article)