Piperacillin and Tazobactam for Injection, USP, 40.5 grams per Pharmacy Bulk Package…

Class I — High risk. Reasonable probability of serious harm or death.

Why it was recalled

Crystallization: Potential to exhibit precipitation/crystallization in IV bag or IV line upon reconstitution.

What was recalled

Piperacillin and Tazobactam for Injection, USP, 40.5 grams per Pharmacy Bulk Package vial, Rx only, Mfg. by: Hospira Healthcare India Pvt. Ltd., Irungattukottai - 602 105, India; Mfg. for: Apotex Corp., Weston, FL 33326, NDC 60505-0773-0

Recalling firm: Apotex Corp.
NDC code: 60505-0773-0
Origin: FL, United States
Initiated by: Voluntary: Firm initiated
FDA recall number: D-835-2013

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.

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