Central Admixture Pharmacy Services recalls fentanyl syringes (NDC 71286-2003-1) with sterility concerns from inadequate sanitization validation. Affected lots expire 8/15/2023 to 9/13/2023. Stop using immediately.
Lack of assurance of sterility: Lack of validation data for sanitization cycles
Central Admixture Pharmacy Services is recalling fentanyl syringes due to a lack of validation data for sanitization cycles, which could risk contamination. This affects healthcare facilities using these syringes for prescription fentanyl. The risk is serious because improper sterilization could lead to infections.
The syringes were not properly validated for sanitization cycles, meaning they might not be sterile when used. This could lead to infections if the syringes are used without adequate sterilization. The hazard is serious because fentanyl is a potent opioid that requires strict sterility to prevent life-threatening infections.
Healthcare facilities and medical professionals using the recalled fentanyl syringes for prescription treatments. Patients receiving fentanyl injections via these syringes are at risk of infection.
Check for the NDC number 71286-2003-1 on the syringe label. The affected lots are 17-272549 (expiring 8/15/2023), 17-273342 (expiring 8/31/2023), and 17-274076 (expiring 9/13/2023).
Discard the recalled fentanyl syringes and contact your healthcare provider for a replacement.
The syringes lack validation data for sanitization cycles, which could lead to contamination and infection risks.
Lots 17-272549 (expiring 8/15/2023), 17-273342 (expiring 8/31/2023), and 17-274076 (expiring 9/13/2023).
Check the NDC number 71286-2003-1 on the syringe label and verify the lot numbers listed above.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Central Admixture Pharmacy Services to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall D-1045-2023 — Central Admixture Pharmacy Services Central Admixture Pharmacy Services Hello, I own a Central Admixture Pharmacy Services that is covered by recall D-1045-2023 from Central Admixture Pharmacy Services. 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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