Galenova Inc. Gentian Violet recall in Canada: health risk
In plain language
This recall involves Gentian violet 1% and Gentian violet USP products sold in Canada by Galenova Inc. It's being recalled because the Gentian violet may pose a risk to health. Stop using the product and follow the return steps in the official notice.
What to do
- Stop using the product immediately.
- Check the lot numbers provided in the official recall notice.
- Return the product to the place of purchase.
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Affected products
Gentian violet 1%
Lot: 15734, 15744, 15763, 15787, 15788, 15789, 15821, 15822, 15823, 15852, 15885, 15886, 15912, 15926, 15156, 15303-7220, 15734-8360, 15744-8360, 15763-9014, 15787-9037, 15822-9143
Gentian violet USP
Lot: 01697-7332, 12337-5043, 13195-5315, 13195-6097, 13195-6209, 13195-6285, 14928-7083, 14928-7192, 14928-7228
Why this matters
Health risk
Do I have this product?
This recall only applies to specific products. Follow the steps below to check.
- 1
Check the product name
Make sure your product name matches one of the affected products listed above.
- 2
Check the lot number
Lot numbers identify specific production batches.
Affected lots: 01697-7332, 12337-5043, 13195-5315, 13195-6097, 13195-6209, 13195-6285, 14928-7083, 14928-7192, 14928-7228, 15734, 15744, 15763, 15787, 15788, 15789, 15821, 15822, 15823, 15852, 15885, 15886, 15912, 15926, 15156, 15303-7220, 15734-8360, 15744-8360, 15763-9014, 15787-9037, 15822-9143
If your product matches one or more of the details above, it may be affected by this recall.
If your product does not match these details, it is not affected by this recall.
When in doubt, always check the official notice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why was this product recalled?
Health risk
What should consumers do?
Stop using the product immediately. Check the lot numbers provided in the official recall notice. Return the product to the place of purchase.
Where was the product sold?
This product was sold in Canada. For specific retailers or distribution areas, please check the official recall notice linked on this page.
Is there a health risk?
Yes, there may be a health risk. Health risk
When was this product recalled?
This product was recalled on July 19, 2019.
Is the Gentian Violet brand affected by this recall?
Yes, Gentian Violet products are affected by this recall. This recall involves Gentian violet 1% and Gentian violet USP products sold in Canada by Galenova Inc. It's being recalled because the Gentian violet may pose a risk to health. Stop using the product and follow the return steps in the official notice.