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Class II Recall

Sodium Chloride 0.9% Injection, USP, 1000 mL bags, 12 bags per carton, Rx only, Fresenius Medical Care North America, Wa

Fresenius Medical Care Holdings, Inc.

Summary

The FDA issued a Class II for Sodium Chloride 0.9% Injection, USP, 1000 mL bags, 12 bags per carton, Rx only, by Fresenius Medical Care Holdings, Inc.. Reason: Lack of assurance of sterility: The product was potentially exposed to below-recommended storage temperatures, which may cause leaks in the packaging..

Details

Source

Drug Recall

External ID

D-0777-2023

Action Date

2023-06-07

Status

Terminated

Category

drug

Product Description

Sodium Chloride 0.9% Injection, USP, 1000 mL bags, 12 bags per carton, Rx only, Fresenius Medical Care North America, Waltham, MA 02451, NDC # 49230-300-10

Lot/Code Info: Lot # 23AU05030, Exp 01/13/2024; 23AU05035, Exp 01/15/2024

Quantity Affected: 53,424 bags

Reason for Recall

Lack of assurance of sterility: The product was potentially exposed to below-recommended storage temperatures, which may cause leaks in the packaging.

Distribution

Product was distributed to 32 clinics in SC, NC and VA.

Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recall Initiated: 2023-05-23

Context & Analysis

This is a Class II recall. Class II recalls indicate that use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or that the probability of serious consequences is remote.

This was one of 243 drug recalls issued in the same week, part of 267 drug-related FDA actions this month.

Fresenius Medical Care Holdings, Inc. has 69 FDA actions in our database, including 69 recalls.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Class II recall?

A Class II recall means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or the probability of serious adverse consequences is remote. Consumers should discontinue use.

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 (Fresenius Medical Care Holdings, Inc.) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.

How often does Fresenius Medical Care Holdings, Inc. have FDA actions?

Fresenius Medical Care Holdings, Inc. has 69 FDA actions in our database, including 69 recalls and 0 device clearances.

Where can I find the official FDA record?

The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "D-0777-2023" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.

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