The affected batch carries registration number 893100060724 and batch code 10370725. It was manufactured on July 14, 2025, and is set to expire on January 14, 2028. Authorities have not yet confirmed the total quantity distributed on the market.
Widely used as a saline solution for eye and nasal care, 0.9% Sodium Chloride drops are commonly available at pharmacies across the country.
Health regulators have instructed the manufacturer to immediately halt distribution, withdraw all related products from circulation, and complete the recall process within 30 days. The company is also responsible for covering all recall and disposal costs, while submitting detailed reports to health authorities.
The recall followed inspections and laboratory testing conducted by the Quang Ngai Provincial Center for Testing Drugs, Cosmetics, and Food, along with the Ho Chi Minh City Institute of Drug Testing. Test results revealed that the solution lacked the required transparency, with visible sediment, suspended particles, or other impurities detected by the naked eye.
Authorities categorized the incident as a level-3 quality violation, which is considered low risk and unlikely to cause immediate serious harm. However, medical experts warn that the eyes are highly sensitive, and contaminated or impure solutions may still lead to irritation, injury, or reduced treatment effectiveness.
The Drug Administration has advised consumers, pharmacies, and healthcare providers to immediately stop using or distributing the affected batch and return all remaining products to suppliers as soon as possible./.
Binh Nguyen