Residents throughout Hawai‘i are being urged by the state's Department of Health (DOH) to check their medicine cabinets for a specific nasal spray that has been flagged for a substantial recall. MediNatura New Mexico, Inc. has pulled its ReBoost Nasal Spray from the shelves due to concerns over yeast/mold and microbial contamination. The contaminant identified as Achromobacter has been found at problematic levels, prompting swift action from health officials and the company, according to the Department of Health.
The product, which has been distributed nationwide including stalwart local retailers like Foodland and online via the company website, could potentially lead to severe health risks, especially for those who are immunocompromised. Customers have been advised to immediately cease using the spray. The recall information detailed by the Hawai‘i Department of Health indicates the concerning lot as having an expiration date of December 2027. Those who have used the product and are now facing fever, swelling in the sinuses, or severe headaches should to quickly seek out medical advice.
According to the Department of Health's official announcement, the recalled product details are as follows:
- Product: ReBoost Nasal Spray 20 mL
- NDC: 62795-4005-9
- UPC: 7 87647 10186 3
- Lot: 224268
- Expiration: 12/2027
If you find that you've purchased this specific lot, refunds can be requested by reaching out to the company directly via email at [email protected], or by returning the product to the place of purchase. To answer further questions concerned consumers may have regarding the recall, MediNatura New Mexico, Inc. has provided a hotline operating Monday through Friday from 5 a.m. to 2 p.m. HST at 800-621-7644, or through email at the same recall address, as per the Department of Health.
