FDAClass IMay 31, 2017

Infant 25% DEXTROSE Injection recall: Particulate Matter

Infant 25% DEXTROSE Injection, USP, 2.5 g (250 mg/mL), 10 mL Unit of Use Single-dose Syringe per carton, Rx only, Hospira Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045…

Why was Infant 25% DEXTROSE Injection recalled?

Presence of Particulate Matter: human hair found within an internal sample syringe.

What should I do if I have this product?

The recall is ongoing. Follow the firm and FDA 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 58382EV*, Exp 1OCT 2017, *lot may be followed by 01 or 02

Product
Infant 25% DEXTROSE Injection, USP, 2.5 g (250 mg/mL), 10 mL Unit of Use Single-dose Syringe per carton, Rx only, Hospira Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045…
Recalling firm
Hospira Inc.
Quantity
71,550 syringes
Distribution
Nationwide in the USA and Puerto Rico
Recall date
May 31, 2017
Classification
Class I
Status
Ongoing
Agency
FDA (drug)
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