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Hand soap recalled for bacteria linked to ‘life-threatening sepsis’
DermaRite Industries recalled multiple soap products due to Burkholderia cepacia contamination, which can cause life-threatening sepsis in immunocompromised individuals, with no reported adverse events so far.
- DermaRite has recalled four types of medical hand soaps due to potential microbial contamination by Burkholderia cepacia, a bacteria that can cause serious infections in healthcare settings.
- The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention warns that B. cepacia can lead to life-threatening infections, particularly in immunocompromised individuals.
- DermaRite has notified distributors and customers to examine their stock and destroy the affected products, which include DermaKleen and KleenFoam.
- The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention warns that Burkholderia cepacia can cause life-threatening infections, especially in immunocompromised individuals.
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Dothan EagleHand soaps recalled nationwide over potential for ‘life-threatening infections’
New Jersey-based manufacturer DermaRite Industries is voluntarily recalling several of its over-the-counter soaps and skin care products after dangerous bacteria was found during testing.
Hand Soaps, Antiseptics Recalled Over Bacteria That Could Cause ‘Life-Threatening Sepsis’
Multiple antiseptics, cleansers, and hand soaps have been voluntarily recalled over bacteria that could cause “life-threatening sepsis.”DermaRite Industries is recalling DermaKleen antiseptic lotion with Vitamin E in 1,000- and 800- milliliter sizes, KleenFoam antimicrobial foam soap in 1,000-milliliter sizes, DermaSerra external analgesic in 7.5-ounce sizes, and PeriGiene antiseptic cleanser in 7.5-ounce sizes.The products have expiration dates…
Hand soaps recalled over bacteria that could lead to 'life-threatening sepsis'
Several hand soaps, cleansers and antiseptics have been voluntarily recalled over a bacteria contamination that could lead to "life-threatening sepsis."DermaRite Industries recalled its DermaKleen antiseptic lotion soap with vitamin E in 1,000-milliliter and 800-milliliter sizes, KleenFoam antibacterial foam soap with aloe vera in 1,000-milliliter sizes, DermaSarra external analgesic in 7.5-ounce sizes and PeriGiene antiseptic cleanser in 7.5-ou…
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