SinuCleanse Nasal Wash Recalled for Microbial Contamination: What You Need to Know
SinuCleanse Nasal Wash Recalled for Microbial Contamination: What You Need to Know
Published: March 03, 2025
By: Garcia Family Medicine Team
On February 25, 2025, Ascent Consumer Products Inc. announced a voluntary nationwide recall of one lot of its SinuCleanse Soft Tip Squeeze Bottle Nasal Wash System due to contamination with Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus). At Garcia Family Medicine, we’re breaking down this recall and its potential risks to your health—especially if you rely on nasal irrigation for sinus relief.
The Recall
The affected product is the SinuCleanse Soft Tip Squeeze Bottle Nasal Wash System, lot number 024122661A1 (exp. 12-31-2027), distributed nationwide in January 2025 through retail and online stores. This nasal wash, used to ease sinusitis, cold, flu, or allergy symptoms, was found contaminated after a confirmed test, prompting Ascent to pull it from the consumer market.
Health Risks
Using a contaminated nasal wash could be dangerous. S. aureus can cause blood infections if it enters through a compromised nasal lining, potentially leading to severe conditions like endocarditis (heart lining infection), meningitis, or bone and joint infections. It might also worsen sinusitis, risking eye damage or cranial nerve issues. While no adverse events have been reported yet, these risks are serious—something we take seriously in our practice.
What’s Happening Now
Ascent is contacting distributors and retailers via email to stop sales and remove the affected lot (check the carton side or saline packet back for 024122661A1). Consumers should stop using it immediately, return it to the purchase point, or discard it. Questions? Email Ascent at cs@ascentconsumerproducts.com (9am-5pm ET, Monday-Friday). Report issues to the FDA’s MedWatch program at www.fda.gov/medwatch/report.htm or 1-800-332-1088.
Our Support
Nasal irrigation can be a game-changer for sinus health, but safety comes first. If you’ve used this product or are worried about symptoms like unusual nasal irritation, contact Dr. Tess Garcia at +1 (816) 427-5320 or drtess@gmfdpc.com. We’re here to assess your risks and recommend safe alternatives tailored to your needs.
Stay proactive about your health,
Garcia Family Medicine Team
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