Bausch + Lomb Recalls Project Watson Eyelid Wipes for Dogs Due to Risk of Exposure to Bacteria and Fungi
Recall 24224 · May 2, 2024 · Bausch + Lomb
32,000
units affected
32,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 24224
- Date
- May 2, 2024
- Company
- Bausch + Lomb
- Units affected
- 32,000
- Product
- Project Watson Eyelid Wipes for Dogs
- Remedy
- Refund
- Hazard
- Other or not stated
The product
This recall involves two lots of Project Watson Eyelid Wipes (45 count) for dogs, which are packaged in a small round container with a twist-on lid and blue and white labeling. "PROJECT WATSON" and "BAUSCH + LOMB" are printed on the label. One of two recalled lot numbers, A09050 and A10055, is printed on the bottom of the container.
What can happen
When the recalled dog eyelid wipes are opened and in use, bacteria and fungi, which are organisms found widely in the environment, soil, and water, can be introduced and grow in the container, posing a risk of serious infection to people with weakened immune systems. Individuals with wounds may also be at higher risk of infection. People with healthy immune systems are not typically affected.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled eyelid wipes and request a full refund by submitting a picture of their product via an online form at http://eyelidwiperecall.com/. The refund will be in the form of a check sent to consumers via U.S. mail. Consumers should then dispose of the product in its container with household trash.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- The company has received seven reports of a substance developing in the container after the product had been opened and in use. No illness of consumers or pets has been reported.
- Sold at
- PetSmart, Walmart, and other stores nationwide, and online at Chewy.com and Amazon.com from February 2023 through March 2024 for between $13 and $15.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled project watson eyelid wipes for dogs?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled eyelid wipes and request a full refund by submitting a picture of their product via an online form at http://eyelidwiperecall.com/. The refund will be in the form of a check sent to consumers via U.S. mail. Consumers should then dispose of the product in its.
What is the hazard?
When the recalled dog eyelid wipes are opened and in use, bacteria and fungi, which are organisms found widely in the environment, soil, and water, can be introduced and grow in the container, posing a risk of serious infection to people with weakened immune systems. Individuals with wounds may also be at higher risk.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.