Ircal and Refresh Night Time Eye Ointments
Published 30 September 2015
Product
Ircal and Refresh Night Time Eye Ointments Identifying features description Ircal 2 x 3.5 g ointment 86908 (expiry date 12/17) Refresh Night Time 1 x 3.5 g ointment 85422 (expiry date 06/17) 86516 (expiry date 09/17) 87052 (expiry date 11/17) 87437 (expiry date 02/18) Refresh Night Time 2 x 3.5 g ointment 84683 (expiry date 04/17) 85422 (expiry date 06/17) 85432 (expiry date 06/17) 86514 (expiry date 09/17) 86934 (expiry date 12/17).
Why it was recalled
Small particles of black plastic may be ground off the lids of some ointment tubes when opening, with the potential for these particles to be introduced into the ointment.
Hazard
If these particles were to be introduced into the eye there is the potential for discomfort, irritation, pain, swelling or abrasion.
Source: Product Safety Australia. RecallMatch AU provides a screening summary and is independent of the ACCC.