FDAClass IAugust 14, 2013

Piperacillin and Tazobactam for Injection recall

Piperacillin and Tazobactam for Injection, USP, 40.5 grams per Pharmacy Bulk Package vial, Rx only, Mfg. by: Hospira Healthcare India Pvt. Ltd.…

Why was Piperacillin and Tazobactam for Injection recalled?

Crystallization: Potential to exhibit precipitation/crystallization in IV bag or IV line upon reconstitution.

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. 503B023, Exp. 08/13; 503B028, 503B029, 503B030, 503B031, 503B032, 503B033, Exp. 11/13; 503C001, 503C002, 503C003, 503C004, Exp. 12/13; 503C009, Exp. 01/14; 503C010, 503C011, 503C012, 503C014, Exp. 02/14; 503C015, 503C016, 503C017, 503C019, 503C020, Exp. 04/14

Product
Piperacillin and Tazobactam for Injection, USP, 40.5 grams per Pharmacy Bulk Package vial, Rx only, Mfg. by: Hospira Healthcare India Pvt. Ltd.…
Recalling firm
Apotex Corp.
Quantity
52,398 vials
Distribution
Nationwide
Recall date
August 14, 2013
Classification
Class I
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (drug)
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