FDAClass IIIOctober 28, 2015

Amidate recall: Impurity Out of Spec

Amidate (Etomidate Injection, USP), 40 mg/20 mL (2 mg/mL), LifeShield, 20 mL, Glass Abboject Syringe with male luer lock adapter, Rx only, Hospira…

Why was Amidate recalled?

Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications: Out of Specification(OOS) results for degradation product of etomidate was confirmed during stability testing.

What should I do if I have this product?

The recall is ongoing. Follow the firm and FDA instructions.

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official FDA record. Only products that match the listed product and lot, UPC or model codes are part of this recall.

Which lot codes, UPCs or models are affected?

Lot 34-531-DK, Exp 10/01/2015

Product
Amidate (Etomidate Injection, USP), 40 mg/20 mL (2 mg/mL), LifeShield, 20 mL, Glass Abboject Syringe with male luer lock adapter, Rx only, Hospira…
Recalling firm
Hospira Inc.
Quantity
24,100 Syringes
Distribution
Nationwide
Recall date
October 28, 2015
Classification
Class III
Status
Ongoing
Agency
FDA (drug)
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