Medline recalls Centur: 2025-2026 lot shave kits with non-sterile alcohol pads that may cause infections. Return or discard kits to avoid contamination.
Medline Industries, LP is issuing a recall for specific item(s) and lot(s) of Medline Kits containing Cardinal Health Webcol Large Alcohol Prep Pads. Cardinal Health has deemed Webcol Large Alcohol Prep Pads to be non-sterile following the discovery of a contaminant (Paenibacillus phoenicis) during a routine sterilization dose audit.
Medline is recalling specific shave kits that contain alcohol prep pads contaminated with bacteria. Using these kits could lead to infections if the pads are not sterile.
The alcohol prep pads were found to be non-sterile during routine sterilization checks, containing bacteria that could cause infections. This contamination occurs because the pads were not properly sterilized during manufacturing.
Medical professionals and patients using the recalled shave kits with non-sterile alcohol pads. Those most at risk are individuals with open wounds or compromised immune systems.
Check for the label 'DERMATOLOGY SHAVE KIT' on the kit. Look for lot numbers 2025102090 or 2026010990. The kit has SKU SK395 and UDI/DI numbers 10653160280644 (single pad) or 00653160280647 (case).
Look for the label 'DERMATOLOGY SHAVE KIT' and lot numbers 2025102090 or 2026010990.
If you have the recalled kits, discard them immediately or contact Medline for a replacement.
Cardinal Health found bacteria (Paenibacillus phoenicis) in the pads during routine sterilization checks.
Check for the label 'DERMATOLOGY SHAVE KIT' and lot numbers 2025102090 or 2026010990.
No, the pads are non-sterile and could cause infections, so do not use the recalled kits.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Medline to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2044-2026 — Medline Medline Hello, I own a Medline that is covered by recall Z-2044-2026 from Medline. 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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