Walgreens Saline Nasal Spray Recalled for Microbial Contamination
Walgreens Saline Nasal Spray With Xylitol is being recalled nationwide due to microbial contamination with Pseudomonas lactis found in the product.
What this means for you
Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.
Our severity reasoning: Pseudomonas lactis is a high-risk pathogen that can cause infection. This is an FDA Class II recall for contamination of a nasal spray product designed for direct contact with nasal tissues. No illnesses or injuries have been reported, placing this at High severity per the rubric criteria.
Plain-English summary
Walgreens Saline Nasal Spray With Xylitol, 1.5 oz (45mL) bottles, is being recalled nationwide. The product is manufactured by Medical Products Laboratories, Inc., and distributed by Walgreen Co. at 200 Wilmot Rd., Deerfield, IL 60015. The affected lots are 71409 (expires 02/28/2027) and 71861 (expires 08/31/2027), with product code NDC 0363-3114-01. Approximately 41,328 bottles have been distributed.
The recall was initiated due to microbial contamination discovered in the product. Testing identified Pseudomonas lactis, a bacterium, in the saline nasal spray. The product was produced as non-sterile when it should meet sterility standards required for nasal spray products. No illnesses or injuries have been reported in connection with this product to date.
Consumers who have obtained this product should stop using it. Those concerned about potential exposure should consult a healthcare provider. For more information about the recall or to arrange a refund, contact Walgreens or Medical Products Laboratories, Inc.
The recalled product
- Product
- Walgreens Saline Nasal Spray WITH XYLITOL, 1.5 oz (45mL) bottle, DISTRIBUTED BY: WALGREEN CO., 200 WILMOT RD., DEERFIELD, IL 60015, NDC 0363-3114-01
- Manufacturer
- Medical Products Laboratories, Inc.
- Category
- Drug — Nasal Spray
- Hazard
- bacterial-contamination
- pseudomonas
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Lot numbers (4)
- Lot#: 71409
- Expires: 02/28/2027
- 71861
- Expires: 08/31/2027.
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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