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DermaRite Expands Recall of Creams and Sanitizers Over Infection Risk

By I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter

Medically reviewed by Carmen Pope, BPharm. Last updated on Sep 3, 2025.

via HealthDay

WEDNESDAY, Sept. 3, 2025 — DermaRite Industries has expanded a voluntary recall of several over-the-counter creams, soaps and sanitizers that may be contaminated with Burkholderia cepacia complex, a type of bacteria that can cause serious infections.

The recall, first announced July 16, now includes additional products and lot numbers sold nationwide and in Puerto Rico, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

Health officials warn that people with weakened immune systems face the greatest risk.

In rare cases, the bacteria can cause severe infections that may lead to life-threatening sepsis. For healthy people, using the products may only cause minor skin infections, but health officials urge caution.

The expanded recall covers a range of products, including:

DermaRite has contacted distributors and customers and instructed them to destroy all affected products, the FDA said.

Consumers with questions can call DermaRite directly at 888-943-5190 (Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET) or email dermarite5186@sedgwick.com.

Anyone who develops symptoms after using these products should contact their health care provider right away.

Sources

  • U.S. Food and Drug Administration, recall notice, Aug. 28, 2025

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