Piperacillin and Tazobactam for Injection, USP, 40.5 grams per Pharmacy Bulk Package vial, Rx only, Mfg. by: Hospira Healthcare India Pvt. Ltd., Irungattukottai - 602 105, India; Mfg. for: Apotex Corp., Weston, FL 33326, NDC 60505-0773-0.
Reported: July 24, 2013 Initiated: March 18, 2013 #D-806-2013
Product Description
Piperacillin and Tazobactam for Injection, USP, 40.5 grams per Pharmacy Bulk Package vial, Rx only, Mfg. by: Hospira Healthcare India Pvt. Ltd., Irungattukottai - 602 105, India; Mfg. for: Apotex Corp., Weston, FL 33326, NDC 60505-0773-0.
Reason for Recall
Crystallization: Potential to exhibit precipitation/crystallization in IV bag or IV line upon reconstitution.
Details
- Recalling Firm
- Apotex Corp.
- Units Affected
- 37,303 vials
- Distribution
- Nationwide
- Location
- Weston, FL
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
Piperacillin and Tazobactam for Injection, USP, 40.5 grams per Pharmacy Bulk Package vial, Rx only, Mfg. by: Hospira Healthcare India Pvt. Ltd., Irungattukottai - 602 105, India; Mfg. for: Apotex Corp., Weston, FL 33326, NDC 60505-0773-0.. Recalled by Apotex Corp.. Units affected: 37,303 vials.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Crystallization: Potential to exhibit precipitation/crystallization in IV bag or IV line upon reconstitution.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Drug on July 24, 2013. Severity: Critical. Recall number: D-806-2013.
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