PlainRecalls
FDA Drug Moderate Class II Terminated

Heparin Sodium in 5% Dextrose Injection, Heparin, 25,000 USP Heparin Units/250 mL (100 USP Heparin Units/mL), 250 mL, Single-Dose Container, Hospira, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045 USA, NDC 0409-7793-62

Reported: July 16, 2014 Initiated: June 6, 2014 #D-1425-2014

Product Description

Heparin Sodium in 5% Dextrose Injection, Heparin, 25,000 USP Heparin Units/250 mL (100 USP Heparin Units/mL), 250 mL, Single-Dose Container, Hospira, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045 USA, NDC 0409-7793-62

Reason for Recall

Lack of Assurance of Sterility: Confirmed consumer report of fluid leaking from primary container of bag.

Details

Recalling Firm
Hospira Inc.
Units Affected
142,152 bags
Distribution
Nationwide
Location
Lake Forest, IL

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Heparin Sodium in 5% Dextrose Injection, Heparin, 25,000 USP Heparin Units/250 mL (100 USP Heparin Units/mL), 250 mL, Single-Dose Container, Hospira, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045 USA, NDC 0409-7793-62. Recalled by Hospira Inc.. Units affected: 142,152 bags.
Why was this product recalled?
Lack of Assurance of Sterility: Confirmed consumer report of fluid leaking from primary container of bag.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Drug on July 16, 2014. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: D-1425-2014.