Heparin Sodium recall: Particulate Matter
HEPARIN SODIUM, 1000 USP Heparin Units/500 mL (2 USP Heparin Units/mL), in 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, 500 mL flexible container unit, Rx only…
Why was Heparin Sodium recalled?
Presence of Particulate Matter: A particulate, confirmed as human hair, was found sealed between the tube and film at the round seal of the unused administrative port of the container.
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 #: 41-046-JT, Exp 11/01/2015
- Product
- HEPARIN SODIUM, 1000 USP Heparin Units/500 mL (2 USP Heparin Units/mL), in 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, 500 mL flexible container unit, Rx only…
- Recalling firm
- Hospira Inc.
- Quantity
- 63,378 flexible container units
- Distribution
- Nationwide
- Recall date
- December 31, 2014
- Classification
- Class I
- Status
- Terminated
- Agency
- FDA (drug)