3 mcg/mL Fentanyl Citrate and 0.1% Bupivacaine HCl (Preservative Free) in 0.9% Sodium Chloride, 2...
FDA Drug Recall #D-1415-2016 — Class II — May 5, 2016
Recall Summary
| Recall Number | D-1415-2016 |
| Classification | Class II — Moderate risk |
| Date Initiated | May 5, 2016 |
| Status | Terminated |
| Voluntary | Voluntary: Firm initiated |
Recalling Firm
| Firm | Pharmedium Services, LLC |
| Location | Lake Forest, IL |
| Product Type | Drugs |
| Quantity | 1,470 bags |
Product Description
3 mcg/mL Fentanyl Citrate and 0.1% Bupivacaine HCl (Preservative Free) in 0.9% Sodium Chloride, 250 mL in 250 mL Hospira LifeCare Bag, Service Code 2H8239 (NDC 61553-239-50), 250 mL in 250 Baxter Intravia Bag, Service Code 2K8239 (NDC 61553-239-02), 150 mL in 150 mL Baxter Intravia Bag, Service Code 2K8284 (NDC 61553-284-01), Rx Only, Compounded by PharMEDium Services, LLC, Memphis, TN 36141
Reason for Recall
Presence of Particulate Matter: API contaminated with glass particulate was used to produce sterile injectable drugs.
Distribution Pattern
Nationwide
Lot / Code Information
Service Code 2H8239 , Lot Number 160400232M , Exp. Date 5/10/2016 ; Service Code 2H8239 , Lot Number 160630193M , Exp. Date 6/2/2016 ; Service Code 2K8239 , Lot Number 160520143M , Exp. Date 5/16/2016 ; Service Code 2K8239 , Lot Number 160530306M , Exp. Date 5/17/2016 ; Service Code 2K8239 , Lot Number 160610250M , Exp. Date 5/25/2016 ; Service Code 2K8239 , Lot Number 160630167M , Exp. Date 5/27/2016 ; Service Code 2K8239 , Lot Number 160680214M , Exp. Date 6/1/2016 ; Service Code 2K8239 , Lot Number 160750241M , Exp. Date 6/8/2016 ; Service Code 2K8239 , Lot Number 160820181M , Exp. Date 6/15/2016 ; Service Code 2K8239 , Lot Number 160840225M , Exp. Date 6/17/2016 ; Service Code 2K8239 , Lot Number 160900186M , Exp. Date 6/23/2016 ; Service Code 2K8239 , Lot Number 160940234M , Exp. Date 6/27/2016 ; Service Code 2K8239 , Lot Number 161080183M , Exp. Date 7/11/2016 ; Service Code 2K8284 , Lot Number 160470223M , Exp. Date 5/17/2016 ; Service Code 2K8284 , Lot Number 160520118M , Exp. Date 5/22/2016 ; Service Code 2K8284 , Lot Number 160610207M , Exp. Date 5/31/2016 ; Service Code 2K8284 , Lot Number 160620153M , Exp. Date 6/1/2016 ; Service Code 2K8284 , Lot Number 160750236M , Exp. Date 6/14/2016 ; Service Code 2K8284 , Lot Number 160770226M , Exp. Date 6/16/2016 ; Service Code 2K8284 , Lot Number 160840209M , Exp. Date 6/23/2016 ; Service Code 2K8284 , Lot Number 160910218M , Exp. Date 6/30/2016 ; Service Code 2K8284 , Lot Number 160960157M , Exp. Date 7/5/2016 ; Service Code 2K8284 , Lot Number 161080227M , Exp. Date 7/17/2016 ;
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Frequently Asked Questions
Injectable drugs and eye drops must be completely free of microbial contamination because they bypass the body's natural defenses. A contaminated injectable can introduce bacteria or fungi directly into the bloodstream, potentially causing sepsis, meningitis, or localized infections — all of which can be life-threatening. Contamination of sterile products almost always results in a Class I recall. If you received an injectable drug from a recalled lot, contact your healthcare provider immediately, even if you feel well, as some infections can have delayed onset.
Not necessarily. Many drug recalls are initiated because of quality system failures or test results that suggest a product might not meet specifications — even if no patients have reported harm. The FDA uses a precautionary approach: if there is reason to believe quality standards were not met, a recall is required regardless of whether adverse effects have been reported. Class I recalls typically involve a reasonable probability of harm; Class II recalls may cause temporary health issues; Class III recalls are for products unlikely to cause adverse health consequences but that still violate regulations.
Pharmacies typically receive recall notices directly from drug wholesalers and manufacturers within days of the recall being announced. Your pharmacist can look up whether any product in your prescription history matches a recalled lot number. For current recalls, the FDA publishes updates at FDA.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts and sends MedWatch email alerts for significant drug safety issues. You can sign up for MedWatch alerts at FDA.gov. Most major pharmacy chains also have their own recall notification systems that automatically alert pharmacists when a recalled product is in their inventory.
What Should You Do?
Stop using this medication if affected by this recall. Contact your pharmacist or prescribing doctor immediately for guidance. Do not flush medications — use a drug take-back program.