Pfizer Inc. recalls Magnesium Sulfate in Water for Injection (0.325 mEq Mg++/mL) 40 mg/mL, 20 g Total, 500 mL Single-Dose Container bag, Rx…

Recall date

October 3, 2018

Source

U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) — enforcement report

Recall number

D-0015-2019

FDA classification

Class II

Brand / firm

Pfizer Inc.

Sold / distributed

Nationwide in the USA and Puerto Rico

Why it was recalled

Correct Labeled Product Mispack: confirmed report involving a single unit of properly labeled Heparin in 0.45% Sodium Chloride for Injection (NDC 0409-7651-03, Lot 87903FW) that was found inside a case of Magnesium Sulfate in Water for Injection.

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

What was recalled

Magnesium Sulfate in Water for Injection (0.325 mEq Mg++/mL) 40 mg/mL, 20 g Total, 500 mL Single-Dose Container bag, Rx only, Hospira, Inc. Lake Forest, IL 60045 USA, NDC 0409-6729-03.