Astral SteriTech recalls Piperacillin and Tazobactam injections due to lack of sterility assurance. All vials produced for Meitheal Pharmaceuticals in Chicago are affected.
Lack of Assurance of Sterility
Astral SteriTech is recalling Piperacillin and Tazobactam injections because they may not be sterile. This could lead to infections if used improperly.
The product lacks assurance of sterility, meaning it could contain harmful bacteria. If injected, this could cause serious infections or other health issues.
Prescription patients using these injectable antibiotics in the U.S. are affected. Healthcare providers and patients who received the product from Meitheal Pharmaceuticals in Chicago are most at risk.
Check for vials labeled 'Piperacillin and Tazobactam for Injection, USP, 2.25 grams per vial, Rx only'. The product was manufactured for Meitheal Pharmaceuticals in Chicago, IL.
Look for the product name and manufacturer information on the vial label.
The recall states there is a lack of assurance of sterility, so it is not safe to use.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact the manufacturer for guidance.
Check the vial label for the product name and manufacturer information.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Astral SteriTech to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall D-0623-2023 — Astral SteriTech Astral SteriTech Hello, I own a Astral SteriTech that is covered by recall D-0623-2023 from Astral SteriTech. 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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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
