FDAClass IIFebruary 20, 2013

Propofol Injectable Emulsion recall: Particulate Matter

Propofol Injectable Emulsion, 1%, packaged in a) 20 mL Single patient infusion vial, 200 mg/20 mL (10 mg/mL), NDC 0409-4699-30; b) 50 mL Single patient infusion vial, 500 mg/50 mL (10 mg/mL), NDC 0409-4699-33; c) 100 mL Single patient infusion vial, 1 g/100 mL (10 mg/mL), NDC 0409-4699-24; Rx only, Hospira, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045 USA

Why was Propofol Injectable Emulsion recalled?

Presence of Particulate Matter: Visible particulate and particulate embedded in vials were observed during retain inspection.

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 #: a) 95-070-DJ, Exp 11/01/12; 04-584-DJ, 04-652-DJ, Exp 04/01/13; 05-718-DJ, Exp 05/01/13; 06-815-DJ, Exp 06/01/13; b) 04-525-DJ, 04-530-DJ, 04-641-DJ-04-646-DJ, Exp 04/01/13; c) 02-291-DJ, Exp 02/01/13; 05-725-DJ, 05-732-DJ, Exp 05/01/13; 07-925-DJ, Exp 07/01/13; 09-065-DJ, Exp 09/01/13; 10-129-DJ, 10-133-DJ, 10-148-DJ, Exp 10/01/13, Note lot number may be followed by 01.

Product
Propofol Injectable Emulsion, 1%, packaged in a) 20 mL Single patient infusion vial, 200 mg/20 mL (10 mg/mL), NDC 0409-4699-30; b) 50 mL Single patient infusion vial, 500 mg/50 mL (10 mg/mL), NDC 0409-4699-33; c) 100 mL Single patient infusion vial, 1 g/100 mL (10 mg/mL), NDC 0409-4699-24; Rx only, Hospira, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045 USA
Recalling firm
Hospira Inc.
Quantity
273,925 vials
Distribution
Nationwide
Recall date
February 20, 2013
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (drug)
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