Nasal Spray Recalled Nationwide Due to Microbial Contamination

Achromobacter, the microbe identified in the product recall, is a bacteria that is ‘intrinsically resistant to several antibiotics,’ according to a study.

An image of the recalled MediNatura ReBoost nasal spray container. Courtesy of FDA

MediNatura New Mexico Inc. is recalling one lot of ReBoost Nasal Spray after identifying microbial contamination in the item, the company said in a Dec. 10 announcement published by the Food and Drug Administration.

The product is used to relieve conditions such as nasal congestion, a runny nose, sneezing, nasal itching, and sinus headache. It is sold in a 20 milliliter bottle, packaged in a white and yellow carton, and distributed nationwide through retail outlets and online via the company website.