DiBAR LABS and ProtectoRx Hand Sanitizers Recalled for Methanol Contamination

Summary

Dibar Nutricional is recalling various hand sanitizers sold under the DiBAR LABS, ProtectoRx, and ADVANCE brands because they may contain methanol (wood alcohol). FDA testing discovered that some lots contained methanol instead of the expected ethyl alcohol and were below the required alcohol concentration. Although no injuries have been reported, methanol exposure can be toxic when absorbed through the skin or life-threatening if ingested.

Risk

Methanol exposure can result in nausea, vomiting, headache, blurred vision, permanent blindness, seizures, coma, permanent damage to the nervous system, or death. Consumers who have accidentally or intentionally ingested these products are at the highest risk for severe health consequences.

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