Apollo Care recalls VANComycin 1.25g injection (NDC 71170-264-25) due to lack of sterility assurance. This medication may cause infections if used improperly.
Lack of Assurance of Sterility
Apollo Care is recalling VANComycin 1.25g injections that were mixed with 0.9% Sodium Chloride. The product lacks sterility assurance, which could lead to infections if used.
The injection lacks proper sterility assurance, meaning it could contain harmful bacteria. If used, this might cause infections in patients who receive the medication.
Patients prescribed this medication by a healthcare provider. Those using the product without medical supervision are at risk of infection.
Check for the NDC code 71170-264-25 and lot number AC-016647. The product was manufactured in Columbia, MO and expires June 28, 2023.
Look for the NDC code 71170-264-25 and lot number AC-016647 on the packaging.
The recall states there is a lack of sterility assurance, which could lead to infections. Do not use this product.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact your healthcare provider for guidance.
The product was manufactured with lot number AC-016647 and expires June 28, 2023.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Apollo Care to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall D-0639-2023 — Apollo Care Apollo Care Hello, I own a Apollo Care that is covered by recall D-0639-2023 from Apollo Care. 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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