Class II — Moderate risk. May cause temporary or reversible harm; serious harm unlikely.
Why it was recalled
Lack of Assurance of Sterility: Franck's Lab Inc. initiated a recall of all Sterile Human Drugs distributed between 11/21/2011 and 05/21/2012 because FDA environmental sampling revealed the presence of microorganisms and fungal growth in the clean room where sterile products were prepared.
What was recalled
CEFAZOLIN IN ARTIFICIAL TEARS 50MG/ML OPHTHALMIC 10 ML; CEFAZOLIN VIAL*(25X1GM) 1GM INJECTABLE 10 VIAL (2 DIFFERENT PRODUCTS)
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.
Reason Labeling: Label Mix-Up; cartons of Cefazolin for Injection, USP 1 gram were found to contain vials labeled as penicillin G potassium for Injection…