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Hospira product recalled over sterility concerns

Recall date
July 2, 2015
Source
U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) — enforcement report
Official notice title
Hospira Inc. recalls 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection USP, 50 mL ADD-Vantage Unit, Rx only, Manufactured by Hospira, Inc., Ausitn, TX 78728, N…
Recall number
D-1240-2015
FDA classification
Class II
Brand / firm
Hospira Inc.
Sold / distributed
United States

Why it was recalled

Lack of assurance of sterility: Potential channel leaks near the threaded vial port.

Class II means using this product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems; the chance of serious harm is remote.

What was recalled

0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection USP, 50 mL ADD-Vantage Unit, Rx only, Manufactured by Hospira, Inc., Ausitn, TX 78728, NDC 00409-7101-68

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