A nationwide recall has been issued for almost 85,000 bottles of Parodontax Active Gum Health mouthwash. The recall, initiated in late December, is due to the potential for missing or illegible lot codes and expiration dates on the bottles. This measure ensures product quality and consumer information.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has classified this recall as a Class III risk level, which is the lowest level. A Class III recall indicates that the product is unlikely to cause adverse health consequences. This means that while the issue pertains to important identification information, the mouthwash itself is not expected to pose a direct safety risk to consumers.

Consumers can identify the recalled product by the following details: The product description is Parodontax (cetylpyridinium chloride) Active Gum Health, Mouthwash, Mint. Each bottle has a net weight of 16.9 fl oz (500 mL) and an NDC of 0135-0651-02. The specific lot code associated with the recall is 0665363, and the expiration date is 08/31/2027. Both the lot code and expiration date may be missing or illegible on the affected bottles, impacting the total quantity of 84,764 bottles.

Although the FDA did not issue specific instructions for this particular Class III recall, consumers who are concerned about the affected mouthwash, especially due to missing expiration dates, have an avenue for recourse. They can contact the manufacturer by filling out the contact form for a product issue or quality complaint directly on the Parodontax website. This allows individuals to report concerns or seek further information regarding the recalled product.