FDA Announces Nationwide Recall of Nasal Spray Due to Bacterial Contamination
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A national recall is underway for a nasal spray due to bacterial contamination, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced Wednesday. One batch of ReBoost nasal spray contains yeast/mold and microbials, including dangerous levels of bacteria. Achromobacteria. The product may cause adverse health consequences, including life-threatening infections, in people with weakened immune systems. To date, there have been no reports of illness related to the product.
The recalled nasal spray, produced by MediNatura New Mexico Inc., can be identified by the following information:
- Product Name: ReBoost nasal spray
- Size: 0.68 fluid ounces (20 ml)
- CDN: 62795-4005-9
- UPC: 787647 10186 3
- Batch number: 224268
- Expiry date: 12/2027
The recalled product was sold nationwide at retailers and online through the MediNatura website.
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Check your medicine cabinet for the recalled nasal spray. If you have it, don’t use it: return it to the store for a refund. If you purchased it directly from the MediNatura website, email rappel@medinature.com to arrange a refund.
If you think you have used a contaminated nasal spray and start to experience health problems, contact a healthcare professional. You may also report adverse events related to the recalled product to the FDA’s MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program.
