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Class I Recall

Propofol Injectable Emulsion, 1 g/100 mL (10 mg/mL), packaged in 100 mL per glass fliptop vial (NDC 0409-4699-54) furthe

Pfizer Inc.

Summary

The FDA issued a Class I for Propofol Injectable Emulsion, 1 g/100 mL (10 mg/mL), packaged in 100 mL per glas by Pfizer Inc.. Reason: Presence of particulate matter: particulate identified as a beetle..

Details

Source

Drug Recall

External ID

D-1301-2022

Action Date

2022-08-03

Status

Terminated

Category

drug

Product Description

Propofol Injectable Emulsion, 1 g/100 mL (10 mg/mL), packaged in 100 mL per glass fliptop vial (NDC 0409-4699-54) further packaged in a tray of 10 vials (NDC Carton: 0409-4699-24), Rx only, Distributed by Hospira, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045 USA

Lot/Code Info: Lot #: DX9067, Exp 5/1/2023

Quantity Affected: 54,000 vials

Reason for Recall

Presence of particulate matter: particulate identified as a beetle.

Distribution

USA Nationwide

Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recall Initiated: 2022-07-13

Company

Pfizer Inc.

New York, NY

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

Pfizer Inc. has 45 FDA actions in our database, including 38 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 (Pfizer Inc.) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.

How often does Pfizer Inc. have FDA actions?

Pfizer Inc. has 45 FDA actions in our database, including 38 recalls and 0 device clearances.

Where can I find the official FDA record?

The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "D-1301-2022" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.

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