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LEADER DRY EYE RELIEF EYE DROPS Sterile Lubricant Dry Eye Relief Eye Drops Recall 2026

LEADER DRY EYE RELIEF EYE DROPSIssued September 11, 2026Updated Reviewed by the Recall Watch editorial team

LEADER DRY EYE RELIEF EYE DROPS Sterile Lubricant Dry Eye Relief Eye Drops, 0.5 FL OZ (15 mL); a) LEADER, DISTRIBUTED BY CARDINAL HEALTH, DUBLIN, OHIO 43017, www.myleader.com, NDC 70000-0502-1; b) Crocodile Tears, Distributed by: Cr — recalled per FDA on 9/11/2026. Reason: Lack of Assurance of Sterility.

Agency
FDA
Issued
Sep 11, 2026
Brand
LEADER DRY EYE RELIEF EYE DROPS
Distribution
1 states
Lots affected
20
What to do right now

Steps to take for this recall

  1. Stop using it

    Take it out of rotation. Don't consume, wear, or operate.

  2. Verify the match

    Compare lot numbers, UPCs, and dates against your product.

  3. Return or dispose

    Follow the manufacturer's instructions to refund or safely dispose.

Verified summary of the official U.S. Food and Drug Administration notice · Issued September 11, 2026 · Last synced Oct 21, 2026

What's recalled

Sterile Lubricant Dry Eye Relief Eye Drops, 0.5 FL OZ (15 mL); a) LEADER, DISTRIBUTED BY CARDINAL HEALTH, DUBLIN, OHIO 43017, www.myleader.com, NDC 70000-0502-1; b) Crocodile Tears, Distributed by: Crocodile Tears, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410, UPC: 8 67166 00000 4; c) Discount drug mart, Discount Drug Mart Food Fair, Medina, OH 44256, UPC: 0 93351 01156 6; d) exchange select, Manufactured for your Military Exchange By: K.C Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Pomona, CA 9176, UPC: 6 14299 05620 6; e) GERI CARE, Distributed by: Gericare Pharmaceuticals Corp., 1295 Towbin Ave., Lakewood, NJ 08701, NDC 57896-181-05; f) H.E.B Dry Eye, Eye Drops, MADE WITH PRIDE & CARE FOR H-E-B, SAN ANTONIO, TX 78204, UPC 0 41220 43741 2; g) Harris Teeter, PROUDLY DISTRIBUTED BY: HARRIS TEETER, LLC, MATTHEWS, NC 28105, UPC: 0 72036 71303 2; h) Foster & Thrive, Distributed by: McKesson Corp. Via Strategic Sourcing Servies LLC., Memphis, TN 38141, NDC 70677-1157-1; I) TopCare health, DISTRIBUTED BY TOPCO ASSOCIATES LLC, ELKGROVE VILLAGE, IL 60007, UPC 0 36800 36100 3.

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Why it was recalled

Lack of Assurance of Sterility

Affected products & lot numbers
20 lots called out

Affected Lot Numbers

Check your product label — do not use if your lot number appears below.

Lot Number
Lot: a) LT25B01
Exp.: 02/28/2027
b) LT25D02
Exp.: 04/30/2027
LT25K01
Exp.: 09/30/2027
c) LT25D02
Exp.: 04/30/2027
LT25K01
Exp.: 09/30/2027
d) LT25D02
Exp.: 04/30/2027
LT25M02
Exp.: 10/31/2027
e) LT25B01
Exp.: 02/28/2027
LT25D01
Exp.: 04/30/2027
LT25D02
Exp.: 04/30/2027
Where was it sold
1 state

US Nationwide

nationwide
Official noticefda.gov
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Frequently asked questions

Is the LEADER DRY EYE RELIEF EYE DROPS recall still active?

Yes, this recall is currently active as of September 11, 2026. Do not use or consume the affected product.

What lot numbers are affected?

Affected lot numbers: Lot: a) LT25B01, Exp.: 02/28/2027, b) LT25D02, Exp.: 04/30/2027, LT25K01, Exp.: 09/30/2027, c) LT25D02, Exp.: 04/30/2027, LT25K01, Exp.: 09/30/2027, d) LT25D02, Exp.: 04/30/2027, LT25M02, Exp.: 10/31/2027, e) LT25B01, Exp.: 02/28/2027, LT25D01, Exp.: 04/30/2027, LT25D02, Exp.: 04/30/2027. Check the label on your product.

What should I do if I have the recalled LEADER DRY EYE RELIEF EYE DROPS?

Do not consume or use this product. Return it to the store for a full refund, or dispose of it safely.