FDAClass IApril 24, 2013

Lactated Ringer's and 5% Dextrose Injection recall: Sterility Concern

Lactated Ringer's and 5% Dextrose Injection, USP, 1000 mL flexible container, Rx only, Hospira, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045 USA; NDC 0409-7929-09.

Why was Lactated Ringer's and 5% Dextrose Injection recalled?

Non-Sterility: Confirmed customer complaint of product contaminated with mold.

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 #: 05-019-JT*, Exp 05/01/13; lot number * may be followed by 01, 90, or 91.

Product
Lactated Ringer's and 5% Dextrose Injection, USP, 1000 mL flexible container, Rx only, Hospira, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045 USA; NDC 0409-7929-09.
Recalling firm
Hospira Inc.
Quantity
143,136 flexible containers
Distribution
Nationwide
Recall date
April 24, 2013
Classification
Class I
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (drug)
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