HEXTEND 6% Hetastarch in Lactated Electrolyte Injection, 500 mL, Rx only , MANUFACTURED AND DISTRIBUTED BY HOSPIRA, INC., LAKE FOREST, IL 60045, NDC 0409-1555-54
Reported: March 13, 2013 Initiated: October 22, 2012 #D-184-2013
Product Description
HEXTEND 6% Hetastarch in Lactated Electrolyte Injection, 500 mL, Rx only , MANUFACTURED AND DISTRIBUTED BY HOSPIRA, INC., LAKE FOREST, IL 60045, NDC 0409-1555-54
Reason for Recall
Lack of Assurance of Sterility: There is the potential for the solution to leak from the seal of the fill tube to the bag.
Details
- Recalling Firm
- Hospira Inc.
- Units Affected
- 11,412 bags
- Distribution
- Nationwide
- Location
- Lake Forest, IL
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
HEXTEND 6% Hetastarch in Lactated Electrolyte Injection, 500 mL, Rx only , MANUFACTURED AND DISTRIBUTED BY HOSPIRA, INC., LAKE FOREST, IL 60045, NDC 0409-1555-54. Recalled by Hospira Inc.. Units affected: 11,412 bags.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Lack of Assurance of Sterility: There is the potential for the solution to leak from the seal of the fill tube to the bag.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Drug on March 13, 2013. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: D-184-2013.
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