Class II — Moderate risk. May cause temporary or reversible harm; serious harm unlikely.
Chemical Contamination: The IV solutions were packaged in AVIVA containers which may contain trace levels of cumene hydroperoxide (CHP).
5% Dextrose and 0.45% Sodium Chloride Injection USP, packaged in a 500 mL AVIVA Container, Rx only, Baxter Healthcare Corporation, Deerfield, IL 60015 USA; product code 6E0173, NDC 0338-6308-03
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 Presence of Foreign Substance: presence of particles and white flakes in the reconstituted bottles.
Reason shortfill; reports of empty capsules.
Reason Presence of Particulate Matter: Hair was found in products
Reason Lack of Assurance of Sterility
Reason Lack of Assurance of Sterility
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