From www.listerineprofessional.com
Q&A on Agent Blue: http://www.jjdentalprofessional.com/global/faqs.html#q30
How does the new LISTERINE® AGENT COOL BLUE® differ from the old LISTERINE® AGENT COOL BLUE®?
The new LISTERINE® AGENT COOL BLUE® formula has an enhanced preservative system, which includes the addition of potassium sorbate and cetylpyridinium chloride (CPC). These ingredients were not part of the old formula. The following enhancements have also been made to the packaging to distinguish the new product from the old one:
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"New formula" language added to the tamper-resistant band on the cap
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"Pre-brush" language added to the front label to clarify the product's role in the daily oral care routine
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Product description on the front label changed from "Plaque-detecting rinse" to "Tinting Rinse"
"New formula" language added to the tamper-resistant band on the cap
"Pre-brush" language added to the front label to clarify the product's role in the daily oral care routine
Product description on the front label changed from "Plaque-detecting rinse" to "Tinting Rinse"
Q: Why was LISTERINE® AGENT COOL BLUE® recalled at the consumer level?
A: We conducted a voluntary nationwide recall of all lots of the GLACIER MINT® and BUBBLE BLAST® flavors of LISTERINE® AGENT COOL BLUE®
in April 2007 after determining that the preservative system was not
adequate against certain microorganisms. We worked closely with the U.S.
Food & Drug Administration regarding this issue and voluntarily
implemented a precautionary nationwide recall.
Q: What improvements were made to the product?
A: The new LISTERINE® AGENT COOL BLUE®
formula has an enhanced preservative system, which includes the
addition of potassium sorbate and cetylpyridinium chloride. The new
LISTERINE® AGENT COOL BLUE® formula has undergone
rigorous quality testing to meet the highest standards aligned with FDA
standards J&J quality assurance.
Q: Is the new formula being produced at the same plant? If so, what is being done to ensure the product's safety?
A: Yes, LISTERINE® AGENT COOL BLUE® is produced at the J&J Lititz plant in Lancaster, Pa. The new LISTERINE® AGENT COOL BLUE®
formula has an enhanced preservative system, which includes the
addition of potassium sorbate and cetylpyridinium chloride. The new
LISTERINE® AGENT COOL BLUE® formula has undergone rigorous quality testing to meet the highest standards aligned with J&J quality assurance.
Q: What tests have been completed to ensure the product's safety?
A: We are committed to ensuring the safety of customers and our products. The new LISTERINE® AGENT COOL BLUE® formula has undergone rigorous quality testing to meet the highest standards aligned with J&J quality assurance.
