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MedWatch - The FDA Safety Information and Adverse Event Reporting Program
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TOPIC: Alterna Bond Repair Leave-in Heat Protection Spray by Henkel: Recall - Due to Possible Health Risk
AUDIENCE: Consumer, Health Professional
ISSUE: Henkel is recalling 180 bottles of its 4.2 ounce Alterna Bond Repair Leave-in Heat Protection Spray, because it has the potential to be contaminated with Burkholderia cepacia complex (Bcc), which poses little medical risk to healthy people, but can cause an increased risk for illness or infection in people who have certain health problems, such as weakened immune systems, chronic lung diseases, chronic granulomatous disease, or wound infections. Patients with underlying lung disease (especially cystic fibrosis) might be at increased risk for severe infections with Bcc.
The potential for product contamination was noted after testing performed by Henkel revealed the presence of Bcc in some 4.2 ounce bottles of Alterna Bond Repair Leave-in Heat Protection Spray.
The company has received no reports of harm or injury in connection with this product.
For more information about this recall, click on the red button "Read Recall" below.
BACKGROUND: The product being recalled is used as bond repair leave-in heat protection spray hair product.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
- If you have experienced any symptoms, or have any medical questions associated with this recall, please consult your physician immediately.
- Consumers who have purchased the applicable 4.2 ounce bottles of Alterna Bond Repair Leave-in Heat Protection Spray described in this recall are urged to return them to their place of purchase for a full refund.
- Consumers with medical questions should contact their physician.
- Consumers with questions about this recall may contact the company.
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