FDAClass IIJanuary 3, 2018

Fentanyl 2 mcg/mL and ropivacaine 0.2% in 0.9% Sodium recall: Sterility Concern

Fentanyl 2 mcg/mL and ropivacaine 0.2% in 0.9% Sodium Chloride 150 mL, 150 mL bag, This is a compounded injectable drug; Rx only; Hospital/office use…

Why was Fentanyl 2 mcg/mL and ropivacaine 0.2% in 0.9% Sodium recalled?

Lack of sterility assurance: Microbial growth detected during a routine simulation of the manufacturing process. No batches of distributed product have been identified as actually containing microorganisms.

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, exp: 170621-008, 09/19/2017; 170703-002, 10/01/2017; 170711-031, 10/09/2017

Product
Fentanyl 2 mcg/mL and ropivacaine 0.2% in 0.9% Sodium Chloride 150 mL, 150 mL bag, This is a compounded injectable drug; Rx only; Hospital/office use…
Recalling firm
SSM Health Care St. Louis DBA SSM St. Clare Health Center
Quantity
N/A
Distribution
SSM Health entities in the state of MO only
Recall date
January 3, 2018
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (drug)
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