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Thousands of Walgreens nasal spray bottles recalled. See which ones.

Thousands of Walgreens nasal spray bottles recalled. See which ones.

Corrections & Clarifications : An earlier version of this story included a video, which has been removed, that incorrectly identified the nasal spray brand being recalled .

Medical Products Laboratories, a Philadelphia-based medical supply company, has recalled over 41,000 bottles of Walgreens-branded nasal spray due to a possible bacteria that could be dangerous for those with weakened immune systems or respiratory issues.

The product, Walgreens Saline Nasal Spray with xylitol, may be contaminated with bacteria, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) website.

The 41,328 bottles distributed nationwide may contain pseudomonas lactis, a type of bacteria commonly found in the environment, like in soil and water , per the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

A sign for US drugstore chain Walgreens is displayed outside its store in New York City on March 7, 2025.

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