Northern VA Compounders recalls BiMix injection vials due to lack of sterility assurance. These compounded medications may cause infections if used.
Lack of Assurance of Sterility
Northern VA Compounders is recalling BiMix injections that were compounded by Akina Pharmacy in Sterling, VA. The product lacks sterility assurance, which could lead to infections if used.
The medication was compounded without proper sterility checks, meaning it could contain harmful bacteria or other contaminants. If injected, this could cause infections or other health issues.
Prescription patients who received this specific compounded medication from Akina Pharmacy in Sterling, VA. Healthcare providers using the product for medical treatments may be at higher risk.
Check for vials labeled 'BiMix Injection (Papaverine HCl/Phentolamine Mesylate) 30mg/0.5mg/mL INJECTABLE, packaged in 2.5 mL Multiple-Dose' from Akina Pharmacy in Sterling, VA. The lot number 12062022@3 with expiration 1/20/2023 is affected.
Look for the specific vial label and lot number mentioned in the recall notice.
No, the product lacks sterility assurance and could cause infections if used.
Check for vials labeled 'BiMix Injection (Papaverine HCl/Phentolamine Mesylate) 30mg/0.5mg/mL INJECTABLE, packaged in 2.5 mL Multiple-Dose' from Akina Pharmacy in Sterling, VA with lot number 12062022@3.
The recall notice does not specify a remedy, so contact your healthcare provider for guidance.
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-0122-2023 — Northern VA Compounders Northern VA Compounders Hello, I own a Northern VA Compounders that is covered by recall D-0122-2023 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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