FDAClass IIOctober 3, 2012

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: A single visible particulate was observed and confirmed in sample bottles of the recalled lots 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 No: a) 93-857-DJ, 93-896-DJ, Exp 1SEP2012; 04-515-DJ, Exp 1APR2013; 06-802-DJ, Exp 1JUN2013; b) 01-175-DJ, Exp 1JAN2013; 04-565-DJ, Exp 1APR2013; c) 03-388-DJ, Exp 1MAR2013; The lot number may be followed by 01 or 02

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
148,630 vials
Distribution
Nationwide
Recall date
October 3, 2012
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (drug)
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