Soap, deodorant and sanitiser recalls over sepsis concerns - full list revealed

DermaRite Industries has expanded a recall initiated on July 16 - (Shutterstock / Syda Productions)

A hand soap recall that was first issued in July is being extended to include hand sanitiser, deodorant, shampoo, and other goods by DermaRite Industries, a company that provides medical hygiene supplies to hospitals and similar establishments.

The company has discovered that the items may be tainted with Burkholderia cepacia, a group of bacteria that can cause infection, and is expanding out of extreme caution with the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) assistance.

Here are the full list of recalled items and everything else you need to know.

Full list of recalled items

Item	What it is	Item number	Expiry date
WhirlBath	Head-to-toe body wash and shampoo specially formulated with mild cleansers and conditioners for whirlpool and tub use	00225	08/2027
UltraSure	Over the counter anti-perspirant & deodorant indicated to reduce underarm wetness	00266	08/2027
TotalFoam	Mildly formulated body wash and shampoo suitable for hands, body, hair, and perineal care	0026F	08/2027
TotalBath	Head-to-toe body wash and shampoo enriched with vitamin E	0031	08/2027
San-E-Foam	Foaming hand sanitiser with vitamin E use for hand washing to decrease bacteria on the skin	00107F	08/2027
Renew Skin Repair	Over the counter skin cream indicated to temporarily protect and help relieve chapped or cracked skin on the face, hands, and body	00405	08/2027
Renew Periprotect	Over the counter skin protectant indicated to help treat and prevent diaper rash, protect minor skin irritation associated with diaper rash, and help seal out wetness	00435	08/2027
Renew Full Body Wash & Shampoo	Mildly formulated body wash and shampoo suitable for hands, body, hair, and perineal care	00420	08/2027
Renew Dimethicone	Over the counter skin protectant indicated to help treat and prevent diaper rash, protect minor skin irritations associated with diaper rash, and help seal out wetness	00411	08/2027
Renew Hair and Body Wash	Formulated to nourish and clean from head to toe with vitamins and shea butter.	00425	08/2027
PeriGuard	Over the counter skin protectant indicated to help relieve and prevent rashes and irritation due to wetness from incontinence	00204	08/2027
PeriGiene	Antiseptic cleanser indicated for use in the perineal area	00198	08/2027
PeriFresh	Mild cleanser spray designed for incontinence use	00196	08/2027
LubriSilk	Lotion that soothes, lubricates, and softens rough, dry skin on hands, face, legs, elbows, and heels	00166P	08/2027
Lantiseptic	Over the counter skin protectant meant to temporarily protect minor cuts, scrapes, and burns	LS0710	08/2027
KleenFoam	Over the counter antimicrobial foam hand soap with aloe vera	00199	08/2027
Hand E Foam	Over the counter foaming hand sanitiser with vitamin E used for hand washing to decrease bacteria on the skin	00109	08/2027
Gel Rite	Over the counter instant gel hand sanitiser with vitamin E used to decrease bacteria on the skin	00106	08/2027
DermaVera	Full body cleanser suitable for skin and hair that moisturises with shea butter	0016/17	08/2027
DermaVantage	Moisturising lotion soothes and moisturizes dry, sensitive skin	00142	08/2027
DermaSyn	Hydrogel wound dressing that provides and helps maintain a moist wound environment	00247	08/2027
DermaSarra	Over the counter external analgesic indicated for temporary relief of itching associated with minor skin irritations due to dry skin, insect bites, detergents, or sunburn	00188	08/2027
DermaRain	Extra mild body wash and shampoo that is pH balanced and dye-free	0060	08/2027
DermaMed	Over the counter skin protectant intended to dry the oozing and weeping of poison ivy, oak, or sumac, or other skin irritations	00214	08/2027
DermaKlenz	Mild, non-irritating wound cleanser that requires no rinsing and reduces odour	00243	08/2027
DermaKleen	Over the counter healthcare antiseptic lotion soap with Vitamin E indicated for hand washing to decrease bacteria on the skin	0098	08/2027
DermaFungal	Over the counter anti-fungal cream intended for the treatment and prevention of most athlete’s foot, jock itch, and ringworm. It relieves itching, scaling, cracking, and discomfort associated with these conditions	00233	08/2027
DemaDaily	Moisturising lotion that soothes dry, sensitive skin	00124	08/2027
DermaCerin	Skin protectant moisturising cream indicated to temporarily protect and help relieve dry, chapped, or cracked skin. It also helps protect skin from the drying effects of wind and cold weather	00176	08/2027
Clean-N-Free	Mild, rinse-free body wash, shampoo, and perineal cleanser that cleans and refreshes without water	00193	08/2027
4-N-1	No rinse wash cream intended to temporarily protect and help relieve chafed or cracked skin	00208	08/2027

The complete list of recalled goods, which includes the initial four impacted brands, is shown above. Some of these goods are mentioned in DermaRite's website's revised recall data but are not mentioned in the FDA's announcement.

What is Burkholderia cepacia?

According to the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Burkholderia cepacia is a group of mixed bacteria that is frequently found in soil and water, and some species are likely to cause infection.

The CDC adds that infections can range in severity from no symptoms to severe respiratory infections, which are particularly dangerous for immunocompromised individuals, particularly those with cystic fibrosis or other chronic lung diseases. Fever and exhaustion are additional symptoms.

According to the recall, using a impacted product on healthy people who have small skin blemishes could cause a local infection.

The aforementioned susceptible groups, however, may contract an infection that has a higher propensity to enter the bloodstream and cause sepsis, a potentially fatal medical condition.

For healthy individuals, Burkholderia cepcia presents minimal medical danger, according to the CDC. Additionally, it is resistant to antibiotics, making treatment challenging.

According to DermaRite, it has informed its distributors to promptly inspect their stock and dispose of any impacted items in compliance with local regulations.

Customers who have already bought this product can return it for a complete refund at the store where they bought it. Any questions or concerns about the recall can be emailed to Sedgwick at dermarite5186@sedgwick.com.