US Drug Recall Register
Class II · Moderate risk Terminated Initiated Oct 14, 2014 (12 years ago)

Sterile Water for Injection, USP, 1000 mL container, Rx Only, Manufactured by Hospira…

Class II — Moderate risk. May cause temporary or reversible harm; serious harm unlikely.

Why it was recalled

Lack of Assurance of Sterility: Potential of punctures through the overwrap and primary container which may result in IV bag leaks.

What was recalled

Sterile Water for Injection, USP, 1000 mL container, Rx Only, Manufactured by Hospira, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045 NDC 0409-7990-09.

Recalling firm
Hospira Inc.
NDC code
0409-7990-09
Origin
IL, United States
Initiated by
Voluntary: Firm initiated
FDA recall number
D-0287-2015

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.