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BD ChloraPrep Clear - 1mL Applicator, Becton Dickinson recalled over possible contamination

Contamination or sterilityHigh riskClass 2

Becton Dickinson UK Ltd has informed the MHRA that some units exhibit an open seal on the packaging of the applicator. This defect could increase the risk of the applicator device being contaminated with pathogens, which could lead to increased infection rates for the patients.

Check your product

Only products that match these details are covered. Have your pack in front of you.

43 identifiers listed for this notice.

  • BD ChloraPrep Clear - 1mL Applicator, Becton Dickinson 60 applicators

    Batch codePrinted on the pack, often next to the date mark. It may start with L or LOT.
    • 4099824
    • 4099828
    • 4108755
    • 4108759
    • 4116445
    • 4120316
    • 4120319
    • 4121513
    • 4121515
    • 4255105
    • 4255107
    • 4255108
    • 4257774
    • 4257778
    • 4257776
    • 4257777
    • 4259473
    • 4275220
    • 4276062
    • 4276059
    • 4276075
    • 4276079
    Product licenceThe PL number on the carton.
    • PL05920/0002
    ExpiryOn the carton, blister or label.
    • 30-Apr-27
    • 30-Sep-27
    • 31-Oct-27
    First distributedOn the product, its label or its packaging.
    • 18/07/2024
    • 24/07/2024
    • 15/08/2024
    • 11/09/2024
    • 30/07/2024
    • 05/08/2024
    • 12/08/2024
    • 14/08/2024
    • 24/02/2025
    • 06/01/2025
    • 17/02/2025
    • 23/01/2025
    • 13/01/2025
    • 20/01/2025
    • 19/02/2025
    • 03/03/2025
    • 10/03/2025

What to do now

The concern with BD ChloraPrep Clear - 1mL Applicator, Becton Dickinson is contamination or loss of sterility.

  1. Do not stop taking a prescribed medicine without advice: missing doses can be more dangerous than the defect.
  2. Compare the batch number printed on the box or label with the batches listed here.
  3. If your pack is affected, take it to your pharmacy or contact the prescriber for a replacement.
  4. Any side effect you think is linked can be reported through the Yellow Card scheme.

Why it matters. Contamination matters most for injections, eye drops and products used on broken skin, where it could cause infection.

Symptoms and when to get help

Look out for

  • redness, swelling or pain where the product was used
  • a high temperature

Get help urgently

  • signs of a severe allergic reaction, such as swelling of the face or throat or difficulty breathing — call 999
  • if you feel unwell and are worried, speak to a pharmacist, your GP or NHS 111

This is general information based on NHS public guidance, not medical advice. In an emergency call 999. For urgent advice use NHS 111 (NHS 24 on 111 in Scotland) or, in Northern Ireland, your GP or out-of-hours service.

Replacements and prescriptions

Talk to the pharmacist who dispensed the medicine. They have the batch information and can arrange a replacement.

If you bought it over the counter, return it to the pharmacy or shop for a refund or replacement.

From the official notice

Published by the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (EL(25)A/22). Quoted as issued.

Summary

Becton Dickinson UK Ltd has informed the MHRA that some units exhibit an open seal on the packaging of the applicator. This defect could increase the risk of the applicator device being contaminated with pathogens, which could lead to increased infection rates for the patients.

The risk

DMRC reference number DMRC-35522050 Marketing Authorisation Holder

Advice for healthcare professionals

Stop supplying the affected batches. Quarantine all remaining stock and return it to your

supplier using your supplier’s approved process.

No further action is required by patients as this product is used by healthcare professionals only and they will have taken the action to remove this product from use.

The recall is a precautionary measure to mitigate any additional risk of infection.

Patients who experience adverse reactions or have any questions about their medication should seek medical attention. Any suspected adverse reactions should also be reported via the MHRA Yellow Card scheme .

Advice for patients

No further action is required by patients as this product is used by healthcare professionals only and they will have taken the action to remove this product from use.

The recall is a precautionary measure to mitigate any additional risk of infection.

Patients who experience adverse reactions or have any questions about their medication should seek medical attention. Any suspected adverse reactions should also be reported via the MHRA Yellow Card scheme .

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Questions

Why has BD ChloraPrep Clear - 1mL Applicator, Becton Dickinson been recalled?

The concern with BD ChloraPrep Clear - 1mL Applicator, Becton Dickinson is contamination or loss of sterility. Contamination matters most for injections, eye drops and products used on broken skin, where it could cause infection.

How do I know if my medicine is affected?

Compare the batch code, product licence, expiry and date code on your pack with the details listed under “Check your product” on this page. Only items that match are covered by the notice.

What should I do now?

Do not stop taking a prescribed medicine without advice: missing doses can be more dangerous than the defect. Compare the batch number printed on the box or label with the batches listed here.

Do I need a new prescription?

Talk to the pharmacist who dispensed the medicine. They have the batch information and can arrange a replacement. If you bought it over the counter, return it to the pharmacy or shop for a refund or replacement.

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