FDAClass IIApril 16, 2014

Sodium Bicarbonate 8.4% recall: Sterility Concern

Sodium Bicarbonate 8.4%, a) 10 mL, b) 20 mL, and c) 22 mL units, Not for Dispensing, For Hospital Administration Only, Rx Formulations, 5949 East…

Why was Sodium Bicarbonate 8.4% recalled?

Lack of Assurance of Sterility: The firm expanded the recall to other injectable products due to lack of assurance of sterility from poor aseptic practices observed at the firm.

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?

a) Lot #: 117460@5 Expiration Date: 12/12/2013, Lot #: 117911@5 Expiration Date: 12/19/2013, Lot #: 118301@9 Expiration Date: 12/25/2013 b) Lot #: 117462@6 Expiration Date: 12/12/2013, Lot #: 117916@6 Expiration Date: 12/19/2013, Lot #: 118305@10 Expiration Date: 12/25/2013 c) Lot #: 118011@23 Expiration Date: 12/18/2013, Lot #: 118092@63 Expiration Date: 12/18/2013, Lot #: 118401@31 Expiration Date: 12/25/2013, Lot #: 118013@24 Expiration Date: 12/18/2013, Lot #: 118094@64 Expiration Date: 12/18/2013, Lot #: 118403@32 Expiration Date: 12/25/2013

Product
Sodium Bicarbonate 8.4%, a) 10 mL, b) 20 mL, and c) 22 mL units, Not for Dispensing, For Hospital Administration Only, Rx Formulations, 5949 East…
Recalling firm
Zions RX Formulations Services LLC dba RX Formuations Serv.
Quantity
610 units
Distribution
AZ
Recall date
April 16, 2014
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (drug)
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