US Drug Recall Register
Class II · Moderate risk Terminated Initiated Oct 2, 2020 (6 years ago)

Chlorhexidine Gluconate 20% 0012 Medichem, S.A. NDC 53296-0012-0

Class II — Moderate risk. May cause temporary or reversible harm; serious harm unlikely.

Why it was recalled

Discoloration.

What was recalled

Chlorhexidine Gluconate 20% 0012 Medichem, S.A. NDC 53296-0012-0

Recalling firm
Medichem S.A.
NDC code
53296-0012-0
Origin
N/A, Spain
Initiated by
Voluntary: Firm initiated
FDA recall number
D-0055-2021

What should you do? A recall doesn't always mean your specific bottle is affected - it often applies to certain lots only. Check the lot number on your package against the FDA notice, and talk to your pharmacist before stopping any medication.

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