FDAClass IIApril 20, 2016

Cisatracurium Besylate Injection recall

Cisatracurium Besylate Injection, 20 mg per 10 mL (2 mg per mL), For intravenous injection, 10 mL Multiple Dose Vial, Rx only, Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC…

Why was Cisatracurium Besylate Injection recalled?

Incorrect/ Undeclared Excipient: Firm is recalling product due to an incorrect statement of Preservative free on the individual carton label. The vial label and outer carton label contain the correct statement of 0.9% benzyl alcohol added as a preservative.

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 #: 6010157, Exp. 01/2017

Product
Cisatracurium Besylate Injection, 20 mg per 10 mL (2 mg per mL), For intravenous injection, 10 mL Multiple Dose Vial, Rx only, Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC…
Recalling firm
Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC
Quantity
94,560 vials
Distribution
Nationwide and Puerto Rico
Recall date
April 20, 2016
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (drug)
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