Recall record at a glance
| Official record | D-0549-2018 |
|---|---|
| Category | Drug Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | B. Braun Medical Inc. |
| Report date | Mar 7, 2018 |
| Recall initiation date | Feb 16, 2018 |
| Quantity | 17,360 plastic irrigation containers |
| Location | Irvine, CA, United States |
Official product description
0.9% Sodium Chloride Irrigation USP, 1000 mL Plastic Irrigation Container (PIC), Rx only, B. Braun Medical Inc., Irvine, CA 92614, Catalog # R5200-01, NDC 0264-2201-00.
Why the product was recalled
Presence of Particulate Matter: Customer complaint of particulate matter which has been identified as polyethylene, which is consistent with the material used to manufacture the container cap was received.
Distribution information
Nationwide in the USA
How to read the classification
FDA Class II indicates a situation in which use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where the probability of serious consequences is remote. The classification shown here comes from the FDA record.
Additional record details
Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Letter.
What to do next
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