FDA recall record

Bristol-Meyers Squibb COUMADIN FOR INJECTION recall — FDA D-1595-2014

Presence of Particulate Matter: particulate matter identified as metallic-like and non-metallic cellulose fiber particles found in retain vials

Class Iclassification
D-1595-2014official record ID
Sep 24, 2014report date

Recall record at a glance

Official recordD-1595-2014
CategoryDrug Recalls
ClassificationClass I
FDA record statusTerminated
Recalling firmBristol-Meyers Squibb
Report dateSep 24, 2014
Recall initiation dateMay 12, 2014
Quantity50,724 Vials
LocationPrinceton, NJ, United States

Official product description

COUMADIN FOR INJECTION (Warfarin Sodium for Injection, USP 5 mg Single-Use Vial Rx Only Distributed by Bristol Meyers Squibb Company, Princeton, NJ 08543 USA NDC 0590-0324-96

Why the product was recalled

Presence of Particulate Matter: particulate matter identified as metallic-like and non-metallic cellulose fiber particles found in retain vials

Distribution information

Nationwide, Canada

How to read the classification

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Additional record details

Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Letter.

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