Sentara recalls morphine sulfate infusions (1mg/ml 350ml and 5mg/ml 200ml) due to lack of sterility assurance. These products, used with Curlin pumps, were distributed by Sentara Home Infusion Pharmacy in Chesapeake, VA through December 24-31, 2022.
Lack of sterility assurance
Sentara is recalling morphine sulfate infusions that may lack sterility assurance. This could lead to infections if used improperly. Patients using these products should stop using them immediately and contact their healthcare provider.
The morphine solutions lack sterility assurance, meaning they could be contaminated with bacteria. If used, this could cause serious infections or even death in patients receiving intravenous infusions.
Patients receiving morphine sulfate infusions through Sentara Home Infusion Pharmacy in Chesapeake, VA. Those using the specific morphine solutions with Curlin pumps are most at risk.
Check for morphine sulfate solutions labeled as (a) 1mg/ml in 350ml NS or (b) 5mg/ml in 200ml NS. These were distributed by Sentara Home Infusion Pharmacy in Chesapeake, VA through December 24-31, 2022.
Immediately stop using the recalled morphine sulfate infusions and contact your healthcare provider for alternative treatment options.
The morphine sulfate infusions lack sterility assurance, which could lead to infections if used.
Morphine sulfate (a) 1mg/ml in 350ml NS and (b) 5mg/ml in 200ml NS, used with Curlin pumps.
Sentara Home Infusion Pharmacy in Chesapeake, VA through December 24-31, 2022.
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Subject: Recall D-0308-2023 — Sentara Sentara Hello, I own a Sentara that is covered by recall D-0308-2023 from Sentara. 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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