DermaRite Expands Recall of Creams and Sanitizers Over Infection Risk
Products may be contaminated with bacteria that can cause serious infections
WEDNESDAY, Sept. 3, 2025 (HealthDay News) — DermaRite Industries has expanded a voluntary recall of several over-the-counter creams, soaps and sanitizers that may be contaminated with Burkholderia cepacia complex, a type of bacteria that can cause serious infections.
The recall, first announced July 16, now includes additional products and lot numbers sold nationwide and in Puerto Rico, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Health officials warn that people with weakened immune systems face the greatest risk.
In rare cases, the bacteria can cause severe infections that may lead to life-threatening sepsis. For healthy people, using the products may only cause minor skin infections, but health officials urge caution.
The expanded recall covers a range of products, including:
4-N-1 no-rinse wash cream
DermaCerin moisturizing cream
DermaFungal anti-fungal cream
DermaKleen antiseptic lotion soap
DermaMed skin protectant for poison ivy and other rashes
DermaSarra anti-itch cream
Gel Rite instant hand sanitizer
Hand E Foam foaming hand sanitizer
KleenFoam antimicrobial foam soap
Lantiseptic skin protectant for cuts and scrapes
PeriGiene antiseptic cleanser
PeriGuard skin protectant for incontinence-related rashes
Renew creams for diaper rash and skin repair
UltraSure antiperspirant and deodorant
DermaRite has contacted distributors and customers and instructed them to destroy all affected products, the FDA said.
Consumers with questions can call DermaRite directly at 888-943-5190 (Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET) or email dermarite5186@sedgwick.com.
Anyone who develops symptoms after using these products should contact their health care provider right away.
More information
A full list of affected products and lots is available on DermaRite.com.
SOURCE: U.S. Food and Drug Administration, recall notice, Aug. 28, 2025
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