FDAClass IISeptember 26, 2012

Empty Evacuated Container recall

Empty Evacuated Container 250 mL and 1000 mL. Empty Evacuated containers are used for mixing compatible medications or blood collections.

Why was Empty Evacuated Container recalled?

Embedded iron oxide glass defect which may have the potential to break off into the solution.

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?

250 mL size - Lot 11179DW, Exp, Date 1NOV2013, 11195DW, Exp. Date 1NOV2013 and 93854DW, Exp. Date 1SEP2012 - 1000 mL size - Lot 92835DW, Exp. Date 1AUG2012, Lot 96090DW, Exp. Date 1DEC2012, and Lot 96098DW, Exp. Date 1DEC2012

Product
Empty Evacuated Container 250 mL and 1000 mL. Empty Evacuated containers are used for mixing compatible medications or blood collections.
Recalling firm
Hospira Inc.
Quantity
191,094 units
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution-USA (nationwide) and the countries of Saudi Arabia, Canada and Barbados.
Recall date
September 26, 2012
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (device)
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