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Spanish version Update [6/29/2020] FDA is alerting consumers of Saniderm Products and UVT Inc.’s voluntary recall of Saniderm Advanced Hand Sanitizer. Following FDA’s recommendation, two distributors – Saniderm Products and UVT – agreed to recall Saniderm Advanced Hand Sanitizer packaged in 1-liter plastic bottles and labeled with “Made in Mexico” and “Produced by: Eskbiochem SA de CV.” The UVT hand sanitizer is labeled with lot number 0530 and an expiration date of 04/2022. The Saniderm Products hand sanitizer is labeled with lot number 53131626 and “Manufactured on April/1/20.” [6/19/2020] FDA advises consumers not to use any hand sanitizer manufactured by Eskbiochem SA de CV in Mexico, due to the potential presence of methanol (wood alcohol), a substance that can be toxic when absorbed through the skin or in...

Update [3/25/2021]  FDA is alerting health care professionals of BD’s voluntary recall expansion of ChloraPrep 3 mL applicators to include all U.S. states.  [3/19/2021] FDA advises Health care professionals not to use ChloraPrep 3 mL applicators manufactured by BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company), due to microbial contamination risks. The drug was distributed globally and is labeled with “CareFusion, El Paso, TX.” BD’s investigation confirmed the product’s lid, when exposed to higher temperature and humidity, can fail and lead to microbial contamination which may cause serious infections, especially in patients with compromised immune systems. This drug is used to sanitize skin prior to surgery or catheter procedures. Health care professionals should use an available alternative. FDA recommended on March 15,...