Northern VA Compounders recalls TriMix Injection (PGE1/Papaverine HCl/Phentolamine Mesylate) 11.8mcg/18mg/0.6mg/mL vials due to lack of sterility assurance. Rx-only compounded products with specific lot numbers and expiration dates.
Lack of Assurance of Sterility
Northern VA Compounders has recalled certain TriMix Injection vials because they may not be sterile. This could lead to infections if used improperly. The product is prescription-only and compounded by specific pharmacies.
The vials lack assurance of sterility, meaning they might contain harmful bacteria or other contaminants. If injected, this could cause serious infections or other health issues. The product is intended for medical use only.
Prescription patients who received TriMix Injection vials compounded by Akina Pharmacy in Sterling, VA. Those with the specific lot numbers and expiration dates are most at risk.
Check for vials labeled 'TriMix Injection (PGE1/Papaverine HCl/Phentolamine Mesylate) 11.8mcg/18mg/0.6mg/mL' with lot numbers 11262022@8 or 11302022@12. These were compounded by Akina Pharmacy in Sterling, VA and expire by January 10, 2023 or January 14, 2023.
Look for lot numbers 11262022@8 or 11302022@12 on the vial label.
Contact Akina Pharmacy in Sterling, VA to confirm if you have the recalled vials.
The recall states there is a lack of assurance of sterility, so it may not be safe. Do not use the vials until you confirm they are not recalled.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Akina Pharmacy to determine next steps.
Check for lot numbers 11262022@8 or 11302022@12 on the vial label, which were compounded by Akina Pharmacy in Sterling, VA.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Northern VA Compounders to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall D-0118-2023 — Northern VA Compounders Northern VA Compounders Hello, I own a Northern VA Compounders that is covered by recall D-0118-2023 from Northern VA Compounders. 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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