MEDLINE recalls polyurethane foam bedside cleaning kits with microbial contamination risk. Affected units have specific lot numbers. Consumers should check packaging for discoloration or contamination signs.
Sporadic reports were received of discoloration on the foam sponge on certain lots of the product, which has been identified as microbial contamination.
MEDLINE is recalling polyurethane foam bedside cleaning kits due to reports of microbial contamination causing discoloration on the foam sponge. This could pose a health risk if the contamination spreads to the user.
The foam sponge in certain lots has been found to have microbial contamination, which can cause discoloration. This contamination may lead to health issues if the sponge comes into contact with skin or bodily fluids, especially in medical settings.
People who own or use MEDLINE Polyurethane Foam Bedside Cleaning Kits with specific lot numbers. Those most at risk are individuals who use the kits for medical purposes, as microbial contamination could lead to infections.
Check the packaging for lot numbers in the format YYMMDD X, where YY is the last two digits of the production year, MM is the month, DD is the day, and X is the raw material batch number. Discoloration on the foam sponge is a sign of potential microbial contamination.
Look for lot numbers on the packaging in the format YYMMDD X to identify affected units.
Check the foam sponge for discoloration, which may indicate microbial contamination.
Affected kits have lot numbers in the format YYMMDD X, where YY is the last two digits of the production year, MM is the month, DD is the day, and X is the raw material batch number.
The recall states discoloration due to microbial contamination, but no specific mention of serious injury or death. The risk is considered low for general use.
Check the packaging for lot numbers in the format YYMMDD X. If the sponge shows discoloration, it may be affected.
We’ve drafted a message you can send MEDLINE to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1221-2022 — MEDLINE MEDLINE Hello, I own a MEDLINE that is covered by recall Z-1221-2022 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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