The recall includes the following products:

What kind of nasal spray has been recalled?

The recall includes the following products:

• Maximum Strength Plus Menthol No-Drip Nasal Spray, oxymetazoline hcl .
• Severe Congestion Nasal Spray, No-Drip Plus Menthol, oxymetazoline hcl .
• Severe Congestion Nasal Spray, No-Drip Plus Menthol, oxymetazoline hcl .

Why was dollar general nose spray recall?

Aug. 31, 2018 — Hundreds of products including nasal sprays and baby oral gels sold at CVS, Walgreens, Dollar General, Family Dollar and other stores are being recalled because of possible contamination.

Is there a recall on nasal sprays?

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – June 09, 2022 – Camarillo, California, Green Pharmaceuticals Inc is voluntarily recalling lot 2373/21222 of SnoreStop NasoSpray, packaged in 0.3 FL OZ (9ml) bottles to the consumer level. FDA testing found product to contain microbial contamination identified as Providencia rettgeri.

Is Ddavp recalled?

We want to let you know that on August 5, 2020, Ferring Pharmaceuticals US announced a voluntary, nationwide recall of all lots (or batches) of DDAVP® Nasal Spray 10 mcg/0.1mL, Desmopressin Acetate Nasal Spray 10 mcg/0.1mL and Stimate® Nasal Spray 1.5 mg/mL.

Can saline nasal spray get contaminated?

Nasal saline irrigations (NSIs) are very common and frequently used for patients with upper respiratory infections and allergic rhinitis. Unfortunately, contamination is a vulnerability and although it does not always lead to an infection, the ability for bacteria to contaminate these products is concerning.

Why was Flonase discontinued?

Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray USP 50 mcg Per Spray 120 Metered Sprays Due to Potential for Small Glass Particles. When a company announces a recall, market withdrawal, or safety alert, the FDA posts the company’s announcement as a public service.

Is Stimate back on the market?

Patient concerns continued when, in February 2021, Ferring Pharmaceuticals stated that it did not anticipate restarting manufacturing and market delivery of STIMATE® before the second half of 2023, contingent on FDA approval.

What are the side effects of desmopressin?

What are the side effects of Desmopressin (DDAVP)?

• low levels of sodium in the body–headache, confusion, hallucinations, muscle cramps, severe weakness, vomiting, loss of coordination, feeling restless or unsteady;
• flushing (sudden warmth, redness, or tingly feeling);
• swelling, weight gain;
• a seizure;

Is sinus rinse good for Covid?

Studies have shown that the use of simple over the counter nasal saline irrigations can decrease viral shedding in the setting of viral URIs, including the common coronavirus (not SARS-CoV-2). Further, as SARS-CoV-2 is an enveloped virus, mild-detergent application with nasal saline would neutralize the virus further.

Can nasal saline be harmful?

“Our recommendation is that patients should not use nasal saline on regular basis, only when they have an infection,” Nsouli said. “Long-term use was harmful and not helpful at all, and depleting the nose of its immune elements caused infections to occur on chronic basis.”

Does Flonase raise blood pressure?

When used as directed, FLONASE products do not increase blood pressure.

Why was Stimate discontinued?

On July 21, 2020, Ferring Pharmaceuticals issued a voluntary recall of Stimate (desmopressin) nasal spray due to “superpotency” – in other words, amounts of desmopressin being higher than specified. Stimate is used to treat von Willebrand disease (VWD) and mild hemophilia A.

When will Stimate be available again?

The U.S. Federal Drug Administration national drug shortage list currently lists these products, and the manufacturer estimates Stimate® will not become available until the second half of 2023.

Who should not take desmopressin?

tell your doctor if you have or have ever had kidney disease or a low level of sodium in your blood. Your doctor will probably tell you not to take desmopressin. tell your doctor if you have or have ever had high blood pressure, any condition that causes you to be extremely thirsty, cystic fibrosis, or heart disease.

Can you buy desmopressin over the counter?

Desmopressin is similar to a hormone that is produced in the body. It acts on the kidneys to reduce the flow of urine. This medicine is available only with your doctor’s prescription.

Can saline Rinse make sinuses worse?

Nov. 10 — MONDAY, Nov. 9 (HealthDay News) — Rinsing sinuses with a saline solution might have soothing short-term benefits, but it could actually make you more prone to infections in the long run by stripping your nose of critical immune soldiers.