Class II · Moderate risk Terminated
Cefoxitin
Reason Lack of sterility assurance
Cefoxitin for Injection and Dextrose Injection
Class I — High risk. Reasonable probability of serious harm or death.
Why it was recalled
Presence of Particulate Matter: B. Braun Medical Inc. is recalling several injectable products due to visible particulate matter found in reserve sample units.
What was recalled
Cefoxitin for Injection and Dextrose Injection, 1 g in Duplex, 50 mL Container, Catalog No. 3123-11, For IV Use Only, Single Use, Sterile, Rx Only, B Braun Medical Inc, Irvine CA 92614-5895, NDC 0264-3123-11
- Recalling firm
- B. Braun Medical Inc
- NDC code
- 0264-3123-11
- Origin
- CA, United States
- Initiated by
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- FDA recall number
- D-1264-2014
What should you do? A recall doesn't always mean your specific bottle is affected - it often applies to certain lots only. Check the lot number on your package against the FDA notice, and talk to your pharmacist before stopping any medication.
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Class II · Moderate risk Terminated
Cefoxitin various strength in normal saline bags
Reason Lack of sterility assurance.
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