Key Takeaway
Chlorhexidine Gluconate Oral Rinse USP, 0.12%, Alcohol Free, packaged in 15 mL unit does cups (barcode 7016602715), packaged in 50-count unit dose cups per carton, Rx only, Distributed by: Lohxa, Worc by Lohxa LLC was recalled on October 28, 2020. The hazard: Microbial contamination of non-sterile products: Repackaged product was recalled by manufacturer because it was contaminated with the bacteria Burkhol...
Chlorhexidine Gluconate Oral Rinse USP, 0.12%, Alcohol Free, packaged in 15 mL unit does cups (barcode 7016602715), packaged in 50-count unit dose cups per carton, Rx only, Distributed by: Lohxa, Worc
Description
Chlorhexidine Gluconate Oral Rinse USP, 0.12%, Alcohol Free, packaged in 15 mL unit does cups (barcode 7016602715), packaged in 50-count unit dose cups per carton, Rx only, Distributed by: Lohxa, Worcester, MA 01608, NDC 70166-027-15
Hazard / Reason
Microbial contamination of non-sterile products: Repackaged product was recalled by manufacturer because it was contaminated with the bacteria Burkholderia lata.
Class I: Dangerous or defective product that could cause serious health problems or death.
Class I is the most serious recall classification used by the FDA, indicating a reasonable probability of serious health consequences or death.
Products Affected
Chlorhexidine Gluconate Oral Rinse USP, 0.12%, Alcohol Free, packaged in 15 mL unit does cups (barcode 7016602715), packaged in 50-count unit dose cups per carton, Rx only, Distributed by: Lohxa, Worc
DrugsDistribution
Product was distributed to medical facilities in FL and NY.
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