Apollo Care recalls VANComycin 1g added to 250mL 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection due to lack of assurance of sterility. This could cause infections if used improperly.
Lack of Assurance of Sterility
Apollo Care is recalling VANComycin 1g added to 250mL of 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection because it may not be sterile. Using this product could lead to infections, especially in medical settings.
The product lacks assurance of sterility, meaning it might contain harmful bacteria. If used in medical procedures, this could cause infections or other health issues.
Patients prescribed this medication by a healthcare provider. Those using the product without medical supervision are not affected.
Check for NDC 71170-254-25, Lot numbers AC-016641 (expiring 06/03/2023) or AC-016653 (expiring 07/26/2023).
Look for NDC 71170-254-25 and Lot numbers AC-016641 or AC-016653 on the packaging.
The recall states there is a lack of assurance of sterility, so it may not be safe. Do not use this product.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Apollo Care directly for guidance.
Check for NDC 71170-254-25 and Lot numbers AC-016641 (expiring 06/03/2023) or AC-016653 (expiring 07/26/2023).
We’ve drafted a message you can send Apollo Care to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall D-0640-2023 — Apollo Care Apollo Care Hello, I own a Apollo Care that is covered by recall D-0640-2023 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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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.
