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Medline 222,800 Alcohol Prep Pads Recalled for Subpotent Drug (2025)

Medline Industries recalled 222,800 alcohol prep pads nationwide on Sept. 29, 2025 due to subpotent potency. The pads are 2-ply, 70% isopropyl alcohol. Stop using immediately and contact Medline or your healthcare provider for guidance.

Quick Facts at a Glance

Recall Date
September 29, 2025
Hazard Level
HIGH
Brand
Medline Industries
Category
Health & Personal Care
Sold At
Multiple Retailers
Geographic Scope
1 states
At-Risk Groups
GENERAL

Hazard Information

Subpotent Drug

What You Should Do

Consumers and healthcare providers should stop using this product immediately. Contact Medline Industries, LP or your healthcare provider for guidance. Notification method: Letter

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About This Product

Alcohol Prep Pads are single-use, sterile 2-ply wipes used to cleanse skin before injections or procedures.

Why This Is Dangerous

Subpotent potency can reduce antiseptic effectiveness, potentially compromising infection control during use.

Industry Context

This recall is not part of a broader industry pattern.

Real-World Impact

Consumers and healthcare providers may need to switch to tested alternatives to maintain infection-control standards.

Practical Guidance

How to identify if yours is affected

  1. Check packaging for NDC 55329-811-30.
  2. Verify lot number 61224040057.
  3. Confirm packaging states 100 pads per box and 10 boxes per case.

Where to find product info

FDA recall page and Medline recall notice (D-0035-2026).

What timeline to expect

Most refunds/replacements are processed within several weeks to 1-2 months depending on Medline procedures.

If the manufacturer is unresponsive

  • Document all communications with Medline.
  • File a consumer safety complaint with the CPSC if the company is unresponsive.

How to prevent similar issues

  • Verify NDC and lot numbers before purchasing medical supplies.
  • Buy only from reputable suppliers.
  • Keep records of lot codes and recall notices for future reference.

Documentation advice

Keep packaging, recall notice, and correspondence as part of your records.

Product Details

Lot #: 61224040057. NDC 55329-811-30. 222,800 units recalled. Packaging: 100 pads per box; 10 boxes per case (1,000 per case). Sold nationwide in the United States. Manufactured for Medline Industries, LP, Three Lakes Drive, Northfield, IL 60093 USA. Single-use only.

Reported Incidents

No injuries or incidents have been reported.

Key Facts

  • Recall quantity: 222,800 units
  • NDC: 55329-811-30
  • Lot: 61224040057
  • Packaging: 100 pads/box; 10 boxes/case
  • Distribution: Nationwide in the United States
  • Hazard: Subpotent potency (drug potency)

Safety Guide

Not sure what to do next? Our guide walks you through the process step by step.

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Safety Assessment

Risk LevelHIGH
Severity Score
7/ 10
Affected Groups
GENERAL
Injury Types
OTHER

Product Details

Model Numbers
61224040057
Affected States
ALL
Report Date
October 29, 2025
Source Agency
FDA - Drug Safety
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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