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Class I Recall

Acetaminophen Injection, 1,000 mg per 100 mL (10 mg/mL), 100 mL Single Dose bags, For Intravenous Use Only, Rx Only, Man

Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc.

Summary

The FDA issued a Class I for Acetaminophen Injection, 1,000 mg per 100 mL (10 mg/mL), 100 mL Single Dose bags by Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc.. Reason: Labeling: Label Mix-up: a bag of Dexmedetomidine HCl in 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection was found inside an overwrap labeled Acetaminophen Injection 1,.

Details

Source

Drug Recall

External ID

D-0635-2024

Action Date

2024-08-28

Status

Ongoing

Category

drug

Product Description

Acetaminophen Injection, 1,000 mg per 100 mL (10 mg/mL), 100 mL Single Dose bags, For Intravenous Use Only, Rx Only, Manufactured by: Hikma Farmaceutica (Portugal), SA, distributed by Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc Berkeley Heights, NJ NDC 0143-9386-01

Lot/Code Info: Lot #24070381; Exp. 09/30/2025

Quantity Affected: 31,400 bags

Reason for Recall

Labeling: Label Mix-up: a bag of Dexmedetomidine HCl in 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection was found inside an overwrap labeled Acetaminophen Injection 1,000 mg per 100 mL (10 mg/mL)

Distribution

OH and PR

Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recall Initiated: 2024-07-08

Company

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 56 drug recalls issued in the same week, part of 267 drug-related FDA actions this month.

Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. 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 (Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc.) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.

How often does Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. have FDA actions?

Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. 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-0635-2024" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.

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