Central Admixture Pharmacy Services recalls fentanyl syringes (NDC 71286-2003-3) due to lack of sterility validation. These syringes may not be sterile, posing infection risks during medical use.
Lack of assurance of sterility: Lack of validation data for sanitization cycles
Central Admixture Pharmacy Services has recalled specific fentanyl syringes because their sterilization process wasn't properly validated. This means the syringes could be contaminated, potentially causing infections if used in medical procedures.
The syringes lack validated sanitization cycles, meaning they might not be sterile. If used for medical injections, this could introduce infections into the patient's body.
Healthcare professionals using these syringes for fentanyl administration are most at risk. Patients receiving injections with these syringes could face infection.
Check for the NDC code 71286-2003-3 on the syringe label. The syringes were manufactured with specific lot numbers between 17-270771 and 17-273668, expiring through August 2023.
Look for the NDC code 71286-2003-3 on the syringe label to identify affected units.
The recall is due to lack of validation data for sanitization cycles, meaning the syringes may not be sterile.
The official notice does not specify a remedy, so contact the manufacturer for guidance.
Yes, affected lot numbers include 17-270771 through 17-273668, expiring through August 2023.
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-1047-2023 — Central Admixture Pharmacy Services Central Admixture Pharmacy Services Hello, I own a Central Admixture Pharmacy Services that is covered by recall D-1047-2023 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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