FDAClass IIApril 27, 2016

Potassium Chloride Injection 20 mEq recall: Contamination

Potassium Chloride Injection 20 mEq, 400 mEq/L, Packaged in 50 mL Bags, Rx only, Hospira, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045, NDC 0409-7077-14

Why was Potassium Chloride Injection 20 mEq recalled?

Chemical Contamination: Potential for contamination of the products with an aromatic hydrocarbon resin.

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?

Lo# 53-006-JT, Exp 11/16

Product
Potassium Chloride Injection 20 mEq, 400 mEq/L, Packaged in 50 mL Bags, Rx only, Hospira, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045, NDC 0409-7077-14
Recalling firm
Hospira Inc.
Quantity
81888 bags
Distribution
US: Nationwide and Singapore
Recall date
April 27, 2016
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (drug)
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