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What's the Problem with LightEyez MSM Eye Drops?
According to an FDA Warning [1.] issued on August 22, 2023, LightEyez MSM Eye Drops and Dr. Berne’s MSM Eye Drops are unapproved drugs that are illegally marketed in the United States because they contain methylsulfonylmethane (MSM), an organosulfur compound that is used to fight inflammation, as an active ingredient.
Which Eye Drops are Potentially Contaminated?
| Product | Bacterial contamination | Fungal contamination |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Berne’s MSM Drops 5% Solution | Bacillus, spp. | Exophiala, sp. |
| LightEyez MSM Eye Drops – Eye Repair | Pseudomonas, spp.; Mycobacterium, spp.; Mycolicibacterium, spp.; Methylorubrum, spp. |
N/A |
Is There a Recall on LightEyez MSM Eye Drops?
LightEyez Limited, the company that manufactures LightEyez MSM Eye Drops, had not responded to the FDA at the time the agency issued its warning. Dr. Berne’s Eye Drops has verbally agreed to voluntarily recall its product.
Recalled Eye Drops Linked to 4 Deaths, Dozens of Cases of Vision Loss
An outbreak of contaminated eye drops in early 2023 [2.] was linked to at least 4 deaths and 14 people suffering total vision loss, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention [CDC]. Another 4 people were forced to have their eyeballs surgically removed.
Patients are still advised to stop using EzriCare or Delsam Pharma’s Artificial Tears and Delsam Pharma Artificial Ointment until additional guidance is provided by the CDC.
More Than 10 Brands of Eye Drops Recalled Over Contamination: ABC News Video
Eye Infection Symptoms
- Yellow, green, or clear discharge from the eye
- Eye pain or discomfort
- Redness of the eye or the feeling of something in your eye (foreign body sensation)
- Increased sensitivity to light
- Blurry vision
How to Properly Use Eye Drops
It’s best to always wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water before using eye drops to prevent infection. You should also avoid letting the tip of the eye drop bottle touch your hands, eye, or eyelid.
Have You Been Injured by Contaminated Eye Drops?
If you purchased LightEyez MSM Eye Drops or Dr. Berne’s MSM Eye Drops, you should stop using the products immediately and either throw them away or return them to the point of purchase for a refund. “Patients who have signs or symptoms of an eye infection should talk to their health care professional or otherwise seek medical care immediately,” the FDA wrote in its warning.
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