Southwest Technologies recalls 5 sterile Elasto-Gel wound dressings (4" x 4") with UPC 45713-58000 that may be contaminated with mold. Consumers should check lot numbers and contact the company for details.
Elasto-Gel Wound Dressing may be contaminated with mold.
Southwest Technologies is recalling 5 sterile Elasto-Gel wound dressings (4" x 4") that may be contaminated with mold. Using these dressings could lead to infection or other health issues if mold is present.
Mold contamination in the wound dressings could lead to infections if the dressings are used on open wounds. The dressings are sterile but may have been exposed to mold during manufacturing or storage.
People who own or use these sterile wound dressings for medical purposes are affected. Those with open wounds or recent injuries are at higher risk of infection.
Check for the UPC 45713-58000 and lot number 1917802 on the packaging. The product is a sterile 4" x 4" wound dressing sold by Southwest Technologies.
Inspect the dressing for visible mold growth or unusual odors. If mold is present, discard the dressing immediately.
The product may be contaminated with mold, so it is not safe to use without checking for mold first.
Check the UPC 45713-58000 and lot number 1917802 on the packaging to confirm you have the recalled item.
Inspect the dressing for mold. If mold is visible, discard it immediately. Contact Southwest Technologies for further instructions.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Southwest Technologies to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0687-2020 — Southwest Technologies Southwest Technologies Hello, I own a Southwest Technologies that is covered by recall Z-0687-2020 from Southwest Technologies. 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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