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Walgreens Recalls Saline Nasal Spray After FDA Flags Bacterial Contamination

Walgreens says the FDA urged its supplier to act out of caution, with customer notifications and refunds underway.

Overview

  • 41,328 bottles of Walgreens Saline Nasal Spray with xylitol (1.5 oz/45 mL) were recalled nationwide over potential Pseudomonas lactis contamination.
  • The FDA classified the action as a Class II recall, indicating possible temporary or medically reversible effects with a remote chance of serious harm.
  • The recall covers Lot 71409 (expires Feb. 28, 2027) and Lot 71861 (expires Aug. 31, 2027), with recall number D-0179-2026.
  • Medical Products Laboratories of Philadelphia is the recalling firm; consumers are advised to stop using the product and return it to Walgreens for a full refund.
  • Walgreens has begun contacting customers by letter, and reporters noted the recall was not initially posted on the retailer’s public recalls page or announced via press release.