PDI recalls iodine swabsticks with subpotent levels due to out-of-specification testing. Affected lots expired by 2023-04-30. Consumers should check lot numbers and contact PDI for details.
SubPotent: Out of Specification
PDI is recalling iodine swabsticks that failed quality testing, meaning they may not contain enough active ingredient. This could lead to ineffective disinfection, but the recall does not indicate immediate safety risks.
The swabsticks contain less active iodine than specified, making them less effective for disinfection. This could result in incomplete sterilization of surfaces or wounds, but the recall does not indicate a risk of injury or harm from the product itself.
Users of PDI iodine swabsticks with lot numbers listed in the recall (expiring through 2023-04-30) are affected. Healthcare professionals and home users who rely on these swabsticks for disinfection may be at risk of ineffective treatment.
Check the lot number on the swabstick packaging. The recall includes specific lot numbers expiring through 2023-04-30. The product is labeled as 'PDI Povidine Iodine Swabstick (1's)' from Professional Disposables International, Inc.
Look for the lot number on the swabstick packaging, which is listed in the recall for products expiring through 2023-04-30.
The swabsticks were found to have subpotent levels of iodine, meaning they may not contain enough active ingredient for effective disinfection.
Check the lot number on the packaging; the recall includes specific lot numbers expiring through 2023-04-30.
No, the recall does not require immediate discontinuation. However, users should check if their swabsticks are affected and consider alternatives if needed.
We’ve drafted a message you can send PDI to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall D-0760-2021 — PDI PDI Hello, I own a PDI that is covered by recall D-0760-2021 from PDI. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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