Magnesium Sulfate in Water for Injection, 4g/100 mL (40mg/mL) IV bag, further packaged in cartons of 12 x 100 mL IV bags
Summary
The FDA issued a Class I for Magnesium Sulfate in Water for Injection, 4g/100 mL (40mg/mL) IV bag, further pa by Amneal Pharmaceuticals, LLC. Reason: Product mix up: a foil pouch labeled "Magnesium Sulfate in Water for Injection, 4 g/100 mL" actually contained an IV bag of Tranexamic Acid instead..
Details
Source
Drug Recall
External ID
D-0478-2026
Action Date
2026-04-08
Status
Ongoing
Category
drug
Product Description
Magnesium Sulfate in Water for Injection, 4g/100 mL (40mg/mL) IV bag, further packaged in cartons of 12 x 100 mL IV bags, Rx only, Manufactured by: Amneal Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd., Ahmedabad, 382110, India, Distributed by: Amneal Pharmaceuticals LLC, Bridgewater, NJ 08807, NDC 70121-1720-3.
Lot/Code Info: Lot: AH250162, Exp 8/31/2027
Quantity Affected: 784 (12x100mL) cartons
Reason for Recall
Product mix up: a foil pouch labeled "Magnesium Sulfate in Water for Injection, 4 g/100 mL" actually contained an IV bag of Tranexamic Acid instead.
Distribution
U.S.A. Nationwide
Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated
Recall Initiated: 2026-03-18
Company
Bridgewater, NJ
Context & Analysis
This is a Class I recall. Class I recalls are the most serious — there is a reasonable probability that use of or exposure to the product will cause serious health consequences or death.
This was one of 53 drug recalls issued in the same week, part of 267 drug-related FDA actions this month.
Amneal Pharmaceuticals, LLC has 11 FDA actions in our database, including 11 recalls.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Class I recall?
A Class I recall is the most serious type. The FDA has determined there is a reasonable probability that the product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death. Consumers should stop using the product immediately.
What should I do if I have this product?
Stop using the product. Check the product against the specific lot numbers or identifiers listed in the recall. Contact the manufacturer (Amneal Pharmaceuticals, LLC) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.
How often does Amneal Pharmaceuticals, LLC have FDA actions?
Amneal Pharmaceuticals, LLC has 11 FDA actions in our database, including 11 recalls and 0 device clearances.
Where can I find the official FDA record?
The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "D-0478-2026" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.
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