FDAClass IIJune 1, 2016

ORIS (chlorhexidine gluconate) recall: Impurity Out of Spec

ORIS (chlorhexidine gluconate), oral rinse, 0.12%, packaged in 16 fl. oz. (473 mL) PET bottle, Rx only, Manufactured for DENTSPLY Professional, York, PA 17404, UPC D00513003001O

Why was ORIS (chlorhexidine gluconate) recalled?

Failed impurities/degradation specifications: Out-of-specification result (for multiple batches) for an unknown impurity of Chlorhexidine gluconate.

What should I do if I have this product?

Review the official FDA enforcement record for current instructions.

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official FDA record. Only products that match the listed product and lot, UPC or model codes are part of this recall.

Which lot codes, UPCs or models are affected?

Lot # 628146, Exp 6/16; 629690, Exp 9/16; 348295, Exp 10/17

Product
ORIS (chlorhexidine gluconate), oral rinse, 0.12%, packaged in 16 fl. oz. (473 mL) PET bottle, Rx only, Manufactured for DENTSPLY Professional, York, PA 17404, UPC D00513003001O
Recalling firm
Akorn, Inc.
Quantity
33,862 mL
Distribution
Nationwide and Puerto Rico
Recall date
June 1, 2016
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (drug)
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