Class II — Moderate risk. May cause temporary or reversible harm; serious harm unlikely.
Presence of Particulate Matter: Report of a vial containing visible particulate matter embedded in the glass wall which has the potential to dislodge resulting in the presence of particulate matter in the product.
Lidocaine HCl Injection, USP, 1% (10 mg/mL), 30 mL Single-dose Teartop Vial, packaged in 25-count vials per carton, Rx only, Hospira, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045; NDC 0409-4279-02.
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 Particulate Matter: Hair was found in products
Reason Presence of Particulate Matter: Hair was found in products
Reason Presence of Particulate Matter: Hair was found in products
Reason Labeling: Not Elsewhere Classified: The label wrap covers the barcode, making it hard to scan
Reason Lack of Assurance of Sterility
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