Class I — High risk. Reasonable probability of serious harm or death.
Presence of Particulate Matter: Baxter is issuing a voluntary recall for these IV solutions due to particulate matter found in the solution identified as polyester and cotton fibers, adhesive-like mixture, polyacetal particles, thermally degraded PVC, black polypropylene and human hair embedded in the plastic bag
0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP, packaged in a) 50 mL Single dose VIAFLEX plastic containers (Product code 2B1308, NDC 0338-0049-31) and b) 100 mL Single dose VIAFLEX plastic containers (Product code 2B1302, NDC 0338-0049-18) and (Product code 2B1309, NDC 0338-0049-38), Rx only, Baxter Healthcare Corporation, Deerfield, IL 60015 USA.
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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