A hand sanitizer meant to protect people from germs is being recalled because of bacterial contamination, Health Canada said Thursday.
Kimberly-Clark
is recalling its Kleenex-brand Luxury Foam Hand Sanitizer after company
testing detected bacteria that may pose serious health risks to people
with weakened immune systems, especially those with the lung disorder
cystic fibrosis.
The bacteria
identified in the tested samples are from the Burkholderia cepacia
group. These bacteria pose little risk to healthy people, but for those
with immune systems weakened by other illnesses, the microbes can cause
serious problems, including pneumonia and blood infection.
The
affected hand sanitizer comes in one-litre and 1.2-litre containers,
and is used in large-volume dispensers, such as those found in public
areas and workspaces.
The recall affects about 430 containers, which were distributed to retail stores and wholesalers across Canada.
Health Canada said companies or individuals who have purchased the affected product should remove it from use.
Consumers
with compromised immune systems should not use the affected Kleenex
sanitizer or any sanitizing product that can't be identified from its
dispenser.
Health Canada said
consumers should speak to their health-care practitioner about any
questions or concerns regarding the product.
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