The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-167-2013·Announced 2013-02-27

Crest Pro-Health Oral Rinse Recalled for Cross-Contamination

Procter & Gamble is recalling Crest Pro-Health Oral Rinse because it was mixed with another type of mouthwash.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class III, which indicates the product is not likely to cause adverse health consequences, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity score.

Plain-English summary

Procter & Gamble is recalling Crest PRO-HEALTH CPC Antigingivitis/Antiplaque Oral Rinse, 250 mL bottles. The recall involves 71,040 bottles distributed nationwide.

The recall was initiated because the product was mixed with another type of mouthwash, resulting in cross-contamination. The affected product has the code 22155395UA and an expiration date of 07/2014.

Consumers should stop using the affected product and return it to the place of purchase for a refund or contact the manufacturer for further instructions.

The recalled product

Product
Crest PRO-HEALTH CPC Antigingivitis/Antiplaque Oral Rinse, 250 mL (8.4 fl oz),Dist. by Procter & Gamble, Cincinnati, OH 45202 NDC 37000-452-02
Manufacturer
Procter & Gamble Hair Care Llc
Category
Drug — Oral Care
Hazard
Affected units
71,040

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 (1)

  • 22155395UA Expires: 07/2014

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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