FDA recall record

Lohxa Chlorhexidine Gluconate Oral Rinse USP, 0.12%, Alcohol Free recall — FDA D-0111-2021

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

Class Iclassification
D-0111-2021official record ID
Dec 9, 2020report date

Recall record at a glance

Official recordD-0111-2021
CategoryDrug Recalls
ClassificationClass I
FDA record statusTerminated
Recalling firmLohxa LLC
Report dateDec 9, 2020
Recall initiation dateOct 28, 2020
Quantity329 cartons
LocationWorcester, MA, United States

Official 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

Why the product was recalled

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

Distribution information

Product was distributed to medical facilities in FL and NY.

How to read the classification

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Additional record details

Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Letter.

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