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FDA Drug Critical Class I Terminated

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

Reported: December 9, 2020 Initiated: October 28, 2020 #D-0111-2021

Product 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

Reason for Recall

Microbial contamination of non-sterile products: Repackaged product was recalled by manufacturer because it was contaminated with the bacteria Burkholderia lata.

Details

Recalling Firm
Lohxa LLC
Units Affected
329 cartons
Distribution
Product was distributed to medical facilities in FL and NY.
Location
Worcester, MA

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
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. Recalled by Lohxa LLC. Units affected: 329 cartons.
Why was this product recalled?
Microbial contamination of non-sterile products: Repackaged product was recalled by manufacturer because it was contaminated with the bacteria Burkholderia lata.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Drug on December 9, 2020. Severity: Critical. Recall number: D-0111-2021.