Carboplatin Injection, 600 mg/60 mL (10 mg/mL), 60 mL, Cytotoxic Agent, Sterile, Multi-Dose Vial,...

FDA Recall #D-153-2013 — Class I — November 8, 2012

Recall #D-153-2013 Date: November 8, 2012 Classification: Class I Status: Completed

Product Description

Carboplatin Injection, 600 mg/60 mL (10 mg/mL), 60 mL, Cytotoxic Agent, Sterile, Multi-Dose Vial, Rx only, For IV Use, Hospira, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045, Product of Australia, NDC 61703-339-56.

Reason for Recall

Crystallization: Product is being recalled due to visible particulates identified during a retain sample inspection. Findings have identified the particles as Carboplatin crystals.

Recalling Firm

Hospira Inc. — Lake Forest, IL

Classification

Class I — Reasonable probability of serious adverse health consequences or death.

Product Type

Drugs

Product Quantity

23,315 vials

Distribution

Nationwide and Puerto Rico.

Code Information

Lot #: Z021650AA, Exp. 08/2013

Status

Completed

Voluntary / Mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated