SCA Pharmaceuticals recalls specific Fentanyl 1,500 mcg/30 mL syringes due to subpotent drug concentration. Affected units have unique lot numbers and expiration dates. Consumers should contact the manufacturer for details.
Subpotent Drug
SCA Pharmaceuticals is recalling certain Fentanyl syringes because they contain less active drug than intended. This could lead to ineffective pain relief if used as prescribed. The recall affects specific lot numbers with particular expiration dates.
The syringes contain a subpotent drug concentration, meaning they have less active ingredient than labeled. This could result in inadequate pain relief when administered as intended. However, the risk of serious harm is low since the drug is still effective for its intended purpose.
Prescription patients using the recalled Fentanyl syringes for intravenous pain management. Those with the specific lot numbers and expiration dates listed in the recall are most at risk.
Check for the lot numbers 1222043351, 1222043387, 1222043352, or 1222043463 with expiration dates 03/29/2023, 04/05/2023, or 04/06/2023. The syringes are labeled as Fentanyl 1,500 mcg/30 mL for intravenous use.
Verify the lot number and expiration date on the syringe to determine if it is affected.
The syringes contain a subpotent drug concentration, meaning they have less active ingredient than labeled, which could result in inadequate pain relief.
Contact SCA Pharmaceuticals directly to confirm if your syringe is affected and follow their instructions.
The risk of serious harm is low as the drug is still effective for its intended purpose, but improper use could lead to ineffective pain management.
We’ve drafted a message you can send SCA Pharmaceuticals to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall D-0363-2023 — SCA Pharmaceuticals SCA Pharmaceuticals Hello, I own a SCA Pharmaceuticals that is covered by recall D-0363-2023 from SCA Pharmaceuticals. 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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