Saline Nasal Spray Recall: Walgreens with Xylitol
Announced 2025-12-03 · FDA
The recall covers Walgreens Saline Nasal Spray with Xylitol distributed nationwide. The product was found to contain a microorganism (Pseudomonas lactis) in a non-sterile formulation. Affected lots are Lot 71409 (Expires 02/28/2027) and Lot 71861 (Expires 08/31/2027), comprising 41,328 bottles.
| Brand | Medical Products Laboratories, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Product | Walgreens Saline Nasal Spray WITH XYLITOL, 1.5 oz (45mL) bottle, DISTRIBUTED BY: WALGREEN CO., 200 WILMOT RD., DEERFIELD, IL 60015, NDC 0363-3114-01 |
| Reason | Microbial contamination of a non-sterile product - microorganism found to be pseudomonas lactis |
| Severity | moderate |
| Units affected | 41328 |
| Distribution | Nationwide USA |
| Agency | FDA |
WHAT YOU SHOULD DO
- Do not use bottles with Lot 71409 or Lot 71861.
- If you have one of these lots, discontinue use and discard or return to the retailer for refund or replacement.
- Contact Walgreens or Medical Products Laboratories for instructions on return/replacement and check the FDA recall page for updates.
How to identify the recalled item
| Lot / date codes | Lot#: 71409, Expires: 02/28/2027; 71861, Expires: 08/31/2027. |
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| Lot / date codes | Lot#: 71409, Expires: 02/28/2027; 71861, Expires: 08/31/2027. |
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