FDAClass IDecember 16, 2020

Dexmedetomidine HCl in 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection recall: Contamination

Dexmedetomidine HCl in 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, 200 mcg / 50 mL (4 mcg / mL), 50 mL Single Dose Bottle, Rx only, Fresenius Kabi, Lake Zurich…

Why was Dexmedetomidine HCl in 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection recalled?

Cross Contamination with other products: trace amounts of lidocaine

What should I do if I have this product?

Review the official FDA enforcement record for current 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 #: 6123925

Product
Dexmedetomidine HCl in 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, 200 mcg / 50 mL (4 mcg / mL), 50 mL Single Dose Bottle, Rx only, Fresenius Kabi, Lake Zurich…
Recalling firm
Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC
Quantity
13,525 bottles
Distribution
USA Nationwide
Recall date
December 16, 2020
Classification
Class I
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (drug)
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