FDAClass IIOctober 11, 2023

Apellis Injection Kit recall

Apellis Injection Kit 29g Injection Needle -single use intended to inject fluids into, or withdraw fluids from, parts of the body below the surface of…

Why was Apellis Injection Kit recalled?

19-gauge x 1" inch filter needles showed appearances of a small fraction of non-preferred characteristics. A causal relationship has not been established between the structural variations in this 19-gauge filter needle and the rare events of retinal vasculitis

What should I do if I have this product?

The recall is ongoing. Follow the firm and FDA 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?

UDI-DI: 00860008043672 Kit Lots: 223186 230036 230056 230236 230316 230326 230336 230406 231926 231946 231956 231986

Product
Apellis Injection Kit 29g Injection Needle -single use intended to inject fluids into, or withdraw fluids from, parts of the body below the surface of…
Recalling firm
Apellis Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Quantity
61,943 units
Distribution
US Nationwide distribution.
Recall date
October 11, 2023
Classification
Class II
Status
Ongoing
Agency
FDA (device)
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