FDAClass IIIJune 27, 2012

Magnesium Sulfate in Water for Injection recall: Superpotent

Magnesium Sulfate in Water for Injection, 40 mg/mL (0.325 mEq Mg++/mL), 2 g total, 50 mL Flexible Container, Rx only, Hospira, Inc., Lake Forest, IL…

Why was Magnesium Sulfate in Water for Injection recalled?

Superpotent (Single Ingredient) Drug: Above specification assay results for percentage of magnesium sulfate.

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?

Lot #: 04510KL*, Exp 01OCT2012; *lot number may have 01 or 02 following it

Product
Magnesium Sulfate in Water for Injection, 40 mg/mL (0.325 mEq Mg++/mL), 2 g total, 50 mL Flexible Container, Rx only, Hospira, Inc., Lake Forest, IL…
Recalling firm
Hospira, Inc.
Quantity
164,568 containers
Distribution
Nationwide
Recall date
June 27, 2012
Classification
Class III
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (drug)
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