A nationwide recall of a nasal spray has been issued by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration after findings of yeast, mold, and other microbial contamination. The voluntary recall concerns a single lot of ReBoost Nasal Spray from MediNatura New Mexico, Inc.
The recall notice states that the product contains yeast/mold and microbial contamination, with one species identified as Achromobacter, at levels exceeding the product’s specifications. The risk statement notes a reasonable probability of adverse health outcomes, including life-threatening infections, particularly for immunocompromised individuals. The company has not reported any illnesses or adverse events to date.
What to look for:
- Recalled nasal spray comes in a 20 mL bottle.
- National Drug Code (NDC): 62795-4005-9. Universal Product Code (UPC): 787647101863.
- Recalled lot number: 224268, with an expiration date of 12/2027.
- The product can be identified by its bottle label and carton (see visuals below).
Distribution: The affected product was sold at retailers nationwide and online via medinatura.com.
Consumer guidance: If you have this product, stop using it immediately. For refunds, contact MediNatura New Mexico, Inc. at recall@medinatura.com. For more details, visit the FDA recall page linked in the notice.
This situation underscores the importance of quality control in over-the-counter personal care products and why even widely used sprays can pose serious risks for certain individuals. Would you accept a broader discussion on how to evaluate safety recalls and what steps consumers should take when a product is flagged, or would you prefer more focused guidance on identifying recalled lots and handling refunds?
