SUPERDRUG has recalled two hay fever products due to “microbiological issues”.
Two types of eye mist have been pulled from shelves following the potential manufacturing error.
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Shoppers are urged to stop using the products immediately and return them to their nearest store for a full refund.
The warning applies to Superdrug’s Irritated Eye Mist (10ml) with the following batch numbers and expiry dates:
- BC: EM233782, EXP: 31/01/2026
- BC: EM233788, EXP: 31/01/2026
- BC: EM233851, EXP: 28/02/2026
- BC: EM233915, EXP: 30/04/2026
Certain boxes of Superdrug’s Allergy Eye Mist (10ml) have also been recalled. These are:
- BC: EM233920, EXP: 30/04/2026
- BC: EM233824, EXP: 28/02/2026
- BC: EM233926, EXP: 30/04/2026
- BC: EM233941, EXP: 30/04/2026
A spokesperson said: “Our supplier has highlighted that there may be a microbiological issue or contamination issue with the products.
“Customers who have bought the affected products are advised not to use them.
“Instead, return them to a Superdrug store for a full refund and 25 per cent off their next Superdrug own brand purchase.
“No other Superdrug products have been affected.
“The safety of our customers is our top priority and we are very sorry for any inconvenience caused.”
Signs are being displayed in shops across the UK and a warning is also listed on the retailer’s website.
Both products help relieve dry and irritated eyes, often caused by hay fever, dust and other allergies.
Superdrug could not confirm what kind of “microbiological contamination” had occurred.
But generally, this means an unwanted bacteria, virus, parasite, prion, fungi or chemical is present.
Some of these can be harmful to humans, causing diarrhoea, vomiting, stomach cramps, rashes and a fever.
Superdrug said that some customers may have experienced “minor eye irritation or an infection” but the impacted stock was identified and isolated quickly.
Anyone who thinks they might have had a reaction should contact their GP or local pharmacist for advice.
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