FDAClass IIJuly 8, 2015

Potassium Chloride recall: Sterility Concern

Potassium Chloride, Dextrose 5% LR 1000 mL with 40mEq KCL, Qty: 1 1000 mL Bag, Rx Only. Compounded by: United Medical IV Center (Little Rock) 1527…

Why was Potassium Chloride recalled?

Lack of Assurance of Sterility: Sterility of product is not assured.

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?

Compounded on 05/28/15, Discard After: 06/11/15

Product
Potassium Chloride, Dextrose 5% LR 1000 mL with 40mEq KCL, Qty: 1 1000 mL Bag, Rx Only. Compounded by: United Medical IV Center (Little Rock) 1527…
Recalling firm
Lincare, Inc.
Quantity
1 Bag
Distribution
United States including: Arkansas
Recall date
July 8, 2015
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (drug)
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