Baxter Healthcare recalls 250mL single-dose sterile water bottles due to plastic particles floating into the solution. This may cause infection or injury during medical use.
Presence of particulate matter: plastic particles from the bottle rim were observed floating into the solution
Baxter Healthcare is recalling 250 mL single-dose sterile water bottles for irrigation because plastic particles from the bottle rim can float into the solution. This poses a risk of infection or injury during medical procedures.
Plastic particles from the bottle rim can float into the solution during use. This could potentially cause infection or injury if the water is used in medical procedures where contamination is critical.
Healthcare professionals and patients using this sterile water for medical irrigation. Those with specific medical conditions requiring precise fluid administration may be at higher risk.
This product is a 250 mL single-dose plastic bottle labeled 'Sterile Water for Irrigation, Rx Only'. It was manufactured by Baxter Healthcare Corporation in Deerfield, IL with lot number G171359 and expires May 31, 2027.
Look for the lot number G171359 and expiration date of May 31, 2027 on the bottle.
The product is not safe for medical use due to plastic particles floating into the solution.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Baxter Healthcare for guidance.
Check for the lot number G171359 and expiration date of May 31, 2027 on the 250 mL single-dose plastic bottle.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Baxter Healthcare to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall D-0296-2026 — Baxter Healthcare Baxter Healthcare Hello, I own a Baxter Healthcare that is covered by recall D-0296-2026 from Baxter Healthcare. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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