BD Resumes Shipment of ChloraPrep and PurPrep in the U.S.

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after conducting additional final release testing. The products were placed on ship hold on May 6, 2026, in response to a Warning Letter from the FDA for the El Paso manufacturing facility. All additional testing has been acceptable, and there have been no patient safety signals. This action ensures continuity of patient care and addresses regulatory compliance issues.

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