Vicks Over the Counter Medication Recalled Due to Contamination and Risk of Making Consumers Ill

Over the counter medications that have been tainted by bacteria or wrong dosage information leave a chance for you to become ill from the recalled product. 

Vicks recently recalled one of their nasal sprays due to contamination that was found during a routine examination of the over the counter drug.  The tainted nasal spray is Vick's Sinex Vapospray 12-hour Decongestant Ultra Fine Mist which was sold in accross the United States, Germany and Britian but only affected the 15mm size container.

Proctor & Gamble are urging anyone who has purchased the Vick's nasal spray to stop using it immediately and contact Proctor & Gamble for a full refund or replacement of the product. 

This recalled product was found to contain the dangerous bacteria B. Cepacia which can cause devistating infections in those with lung conditions and frail immune systems.  If you are currently using this product you should stop use immediately to avoid possible contamination and illness from the recalled medicine. 

So far no illnesses or deaths have been reported to the company or to the FDA.  If you suspect that a medicine has made you ill you should seek professional medical help immediately.  The next step you should take is to report the illness incident to the FDA and then contact a product liability lawyer.  Speaking with a product liability lawyer will help you become aware and understand what your legal rights are concerning becoming ill from a contaminated medicine.  If you live in the New York City area - Staten Island, Brooklyn, Bronx, Manhattan or Queens - or in New Jersey contact Frank J. Dito Jr. Staten Island product liability and injury lawyer to discuss your liability case at 718.979.4300 or 800.976.9404.  Initial case consultations for injury cases are always done at no cost.