Sterile Eye Drops ORIGINAL FORMULA (tetrahydrozoline HCl 0.05%)
Recalled by K.C. Pharmaceuticals, Inc
Class II — moderate
Using this product might cause a temporary or medically reversible health problem. The chance of serious harm is low.
K.C. Pharmaceuticals, Inc has recalled Sterile Eye Drops ORIGINAL FORMULA (tetrahydrozoline HCl 0.05%), according to data published by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The recall was reported on April 8, 2026 and was initiated on March 3, 2026. It is classified as a Class II recall, which means using this product might cause a temporary or medically reversible health problem. The chance of serious harm is low.
Below is a plain-English summary of what was recalled, why it was recalled, how to tell whether you have the affected product, and what steps you can take. For the complete and most current details, you can view the FDA record linked further down this page.
What was recalled?
This recall covers Sterile Eye Drops ORIGINAL FORMULA (tetrahydrozoline HCl 0.05%), with approximately 378,144 bottles affected. The company behind the recall is K.C. Pharmaceuticals, Inc, based in Pomona, CA. The FDA describes the product as: “Sterile Eye Drops ORIGINAL FORMULA (tetrahydrozoline HCl 0.05%), 0.5 FL OZ (15mL) bottles; a) Good Sense Sterile Eye Drops, Distributed By: Perrigo Direct, Inc., Peachtree City, GA 30269, www.PerrigoDirect.com, NDC 50804-141-01; b) Walgreens, Eye Drops, Origi…”
Why was Sterile Eye Drops ORIGINAL FORMULA (tetrahydrozoline HCl 0.05%) recalled?
According to the FDA, the stated reason for the recall is: “Lack of Assurance of Sterility.” In plain terms, this recall relates to a sterility or contamination concern.
Sterile medicines, such as injectables and eye drops, must be completely free of microorganisms and stray particles. This recall means that sterility could not be assured or that contamination was found or suspected. Using a non-sterile product of this kind can cause infections, which is why these recalls are treated seriously.
What should you do?
If you think you may have bought Sterile Eye Drops ORIGINAL FORMULA (tetrahydrozoline HCl 0.05%), compare it against the product description and identifying codes (Lot: a) RG24E01, Exp.: 05/31/26; RG24G02, Exp.: 07/31/26; b) RG24E01, Exp.: 05/31/26; RG24G02, Exp.: 07/31/26; c) RG24G02, Exp.: 07/31/26; d) RG24E01, Exp.: 05…) before using it. This recall is currently listed as ongoing.
The general guidance for a matching product is to stop using it and follow the instructions in the official FDA recall notice, which may include a repair, replacement, refund, or safe disposal. When in doubt, contact K.C. Pharmaceuticals, Inc or your local health authority.
About this recall
This recall was distributed in CA. RecallRadar summarizes recall information from public FDA data to make it easier to understand. We are an independent service and are not affiliated with the FDA or any government agency, so please always refer to the official source for the authoritative record — and note the “last synced” date shown on this page, since recall details can change over time.
Full recall details
- Status
- Ongoing
- Date reported
- April 8, 2026
- Recall started
- March 3, 2026
- Distributed in
- CA
Sterile Eye Drops ORIGINAL FORMULA (tetrahydrozoline HCl 0.05%), 0.5 FL OZ (15mL) bottles; a) Good Sense Sterile Eye Drops, Distributed By: Perrigo Direct, Inc., Peachtree City, GA 30269, www.PerrigoDirect.com, NDC 50804-141-01; b) Walgreens, Eye Drops, Original Formula, DISTRIBUTED BY: WALGREEN CO., DEERFIELD, IL 60015, UPC 3 11917 20073 6; c) Walgreens, Eye Drops, Original Formula, 2 Bottles, DISTRIBUTED BY: WALGRE…Show full text ▾
Sterile Eye Drops ORIGINAL FORMULA (tetrahydrozoline HCl 0.05%), 0.5 FL OZ (15mL) bottles; a) Good Sense Sterile Eye Drops, Distributed By: Perrigo Direct, Inc., Peachtree City, GA 30269, www.PerrigoDirect.com, NDC 50804-141-01; b) Walgreens, Eye Drops, Original Formula, DISTRIBUTED BY: WALGREEN CO., DEERFIELD, IL 60015, UPC 3 11917 20073 6; c) Walgreens, Eye Drops, Original Formula, 2 Bottles, DISTRIBUTED BY: WALGREEN CO., DEERFIELD, IL 60015, UPC 3 11917 20076 7; d) Kroger Sterile eye drops, Original, DISTRIBUTED BY THE KROGER CO., CINCINNATI, OHIO 45202, UPC 0 1110 38597 0; e) Sterile eye drops, Regular formula, Product manufactured for: Lil' Drug Store Products, Inc., Cedar Rapids, IA 52404, UPC 3 66715 68324 3; f) CVP Sterile EYE DROPS, Distributed by: Salado Sales. Inc., Temple, TX 76503; UPC 7 61606 16500 3; g) Harris Teeter, Eye Drops, Original, PROUDLY DISTRIBUTED BY: HARRIS TEETER, LLC, MATHEWS, NC 28105, UPC 0 72036 71302 5; h) H.E.B Original Eye Drops, MADE WITH PRIDE & CARE FOR H-E-B, SAN ANTONIO, TX 78204, UPC 0 41220 43747 4; i) Rugby tetrahydrozoline ophthalmic Solution, Distributed by: RUGBY LABORATORIES, IN 46268, NDC 0536-1217-94, j) Equaline, DISTRIBUTED BY UNFI, PROVIDENCE, RI 02908, UPC 0 41163 25110 6; k) Discount drug mart, EyeDrops ORIGINAL, Discount Drug Mart Food Fair, 211 Commerce Drive, Medina, OH 44256, UPC 0 93351 01156 3; L) LEADER Original Eye Drops, DISTRIBUTED BY CARDINAL HEALTH, DUBLIN, OHIO 43017, www.myleader.com, NDC 70000-0454-1; m) CAREone, DISTRIBUTED BY FOODHOLD U.S.A, LLC, LANDOVER, MD 20785, NDC 41520-431-05; n) Circle K sterile eye drops, Product manufactured for: Lil' Drug Store Products, Inc., Cedar Rapids, IA 52404, Proudly distributed by Circle K Stores Inc., UPC 1 94283 65185 8; o) DG health Original Formula, DISTRIBUTED BY OLD EAST MAIN CO., GOODLETTSVILLE, TN 37072, UPC 0 95072 00556 5; p) Good Neighbor Pharmacy Eye Drops, Original Formula, Distributed By AmerisourceBergen, Conshohocken, PA 19428, NDC 24385-075-05; q) TopCare health, Original Eye Drops, DISTRIBUTED BY TOPCO ASSOCIATES LLC, ELKGROVE VILLAGE, IL 60007, UPC 0 36800 03639 0; r) Best Choice, Eye Drops, ORIGINAL, PROUDLY DISTRIBUTED BY: VALU MERCHANDISERS, CO., KANSAS CITY, KS 66106, UPC 0 70038 47011 3Lot: a) RG24E01, Exp.: 05/31/26; RG24G02, Exp.: 07/31/26; b) RG24E01, Exp.: 05/31/26; RG24G02, Exp.: 07/31/26; c) RG24G02, Exp.: 07/31/26; d) RG24E01, Exp.: 05/31/26; RG24G01, RG24G02; Exp.: 07/31/26; e) RG24E01, Exp.: 05/31/26; RG24G01, Exp.: 07/31/26; f) RG24E01, Exp.: 05/31/26; RG24G02; Exp.: 07/31/26; g) RG24E01, Exp.: 05/31/26; h) RG24E01, Exp.: 05/31/26; RG24G02, Exp.: 07/31/26; i) RG24E01, Exp.: 05/31/26; j) R…Show full text ▾
Lot: a) RG24E01, Exp.: 05/31/26; RG24G02, Exp.: 07/31/26; b) RG24E01, Exp.: 05/31/26; RG24G02, Exp.: 07/31/26; c) RG24G02, Exp.: 07/31/26; d) RG24E01, Exp.: 05/31/26; RG24G01, RG24G02; Exp.: 07/31/26; e) RG24E01, Exp.: 05/31/26; RG24G01, Exp.: 07/31/26; f) RG24E01, Exp.: 05/31/26; RG24G02; Exp.: 07/31/26; g) RG24E01, Exp.: 05/31/26; h) RG24E01, Exp.: 05/31/26; RG24G02, Exp.: 07/31/26; i) RG24E01, Exp.: 05/31/26; j) RG24E01, Exp.: 05/31/26; k) RG24E01, Exp.: 05/31/26; L) RG24E01, Exp.: 05/31/26; m) RG24E01, Exp.: 05/31/26; n) RG24G01, Exp.: 07/31/26; o) RG24G01, Exp.: 07/31/26; p) RG24G02, Exp.: 07/31/26; q)RG24E01, Exp.: 05/31/26; RG24G02, Exp.: 07/31/26; r) RG24G02, Exp.: 07/31/26What you can do
Check whether any product you have matches the description and codes above. If it does, stop using it and follow the instructions in the official recall notice. When in doubt, contact the company or your local health authority.
Quick answers
Why was Sterile Eye Drops ORIGINAL FORMULA (tetrahydrozoline HCl 0.05%) recalled?+
According to the FDA: Lack of Assurance of Sterility
How serious is this recall?+
Class II — moderate. Using this product might cause a temporary or medically reversible health problem. The chance of serious harm is low.
What should I do if I have Sterile Eye Drops ORIGINAL FORMULA (tetrahydrozoline HCl 0.05%)?+
Compare your product against the description and identifying codes on this page. If it matches, stop using it and follow the instructions in the official recall notice — this usually means returning it for a refund or discarding it. When in doubt, contact the company or your local health authority.
Opens the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) data for this recall.
Recall number: D-0413-2026. Information last synced from the FDA on July 6, 2026.