FDAClass IIJune 20, 2012

Concentrated Sodium Chloride Injection recall: Particulate Matter

CONCENTRATED SODIUM CHLORIDE INJECTION, USP, 23.4% a) 30 mL SINGLE DOSE VIAL, (NDC 0517-2930-25), b) 100 mL PHARMACY BULK PACKAGE (NDC 0517-2900-25)…

Why was Concentrated Sodium Chloride Injection recalled?

Presence of Particulate Matter: In the course of inspecting retention samples visual particles were observed.

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?

30 mL Lots: 9198, 9252, 9299, 9305, 9402, 9423, 9432, 9553, 9595, 9646, 9681, 9737, 9797, 9831, 0051, 0095, 0362; 100 mL Lots: 9225, 9492, 9711, 0007, 0058

Product
CONCENTRATED SODIUM CHLORIDE INJECTION, USP, 23.4% a) 30 mL SINGLE DOSE VIAL, (NDC 0517-2930-25), b) 100 mL PHARMACY BULK PACKAGE (NDC 0517-2900-25)…
Recalling firm
Luitpold Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Quantity
30 mL: 2,078,800 vials; 100 mL: 167,100 vials
Distribution
Nationwide, Puerto Rico, and Abu Dhabi
Recall date
June 20, 2012
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (drug)
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