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product_liability bausch_and_lomb18 April 2006
On 22 March 2006, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) launched an investigation of Bausch & Lomb manufacturing plants after receiving increased reports of fungal eye infections in people using the company’s ReNu MoistureLoc® contact lens solution. The FDA issued a public statement about these investigations on 10 April 2006, warning consumers of the possible health risks associated with this popular contact lens solution.
Soon after the FDA and CDC’s announcement, Bausch & Lomb announced the voluntary withdrawal of their ReNu MoistureLoc® contact lens solution product. They have agreed to suspend sales of their product until official investigations are completed. At this time, Bausch & Lomb is cooperating with the FDA and CDC to investigate the source of the contaminant responsible for numerous cases of fungal eye infections.
Health authorities are investigating over 100 cases of the fungal eye infection Fusarium keratitis in patients across the nation. The CDC has already identified 26 cases where fungal infection developed in contact lens wearers using Bausch & Lomb’s saline lens solution.
The Infection
The fungal eye infection Fusarium keratitis can result in significant scarring of the cornea and even blindness in severe cases. Symptoms of this infection include redness, pain, sensitivity to light, tearing, blurry vision, discharge, and swelling. Treatment for this infection may be required for months, using antifungal drugs such as amphotericin B, Azoles, fluorinated pyrimidines, natyamycin, and/or nystatin. If the drugs are ineffective and the eye becomes damaged, surgery may be required to remove lesions or ulcers on the eye.
Infection prevention
The FDA and CDC have issued guidelines intended to help contact lens wearers reduce the risk of developing fusarium keratitis infection.
Legal Help for Those Injured by ReNu MoistureLoc® Solution
If you or a loved one has developed an infection while using Bausch & Lomb’s ReNu saline solution, you may be eligible to seek compensation for your medical costs and more. Please contact the qualified and experienced attorneys at Miller & Associates for a FREE consultation by calling 703-519-8080 or filling out a brief e-mail contact form by clicking here.
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