Benzocaine Products Should Not Be Used In Children Under Two Years Of Age
Summary Health Canada is warning against using benzocaine products in children under two years old because the ingredient can cause a serious condition called methemoglobinemia, which reduces the blood's ability to carry oxygen. This recall affects benzocaine-containing products distributed across Canada, including teething gels, oral sprays, and similar over-the-counter products. Parents and caregivers of infants under two should be aware of this safety restriction.
- Category
- consumer product recall
- Country
- Canada
- Agency
- HC-PRODUCTS
- Recall date
- 2020-10-15
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- Canada-wide
Official recall notice from HC-PRODUCTS
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/54da4307-43c3-4548-8904-d218b61d49f0