Sentara Home recalls two dobutamine infusion products (1080mg in 270ml D5W and 760mg in 190ml D5W) because they lack sterility assurance. These products are used with home pumps and require a prescription.
Lack of sterility assurance
Sentara Home is recalling two specific dobutamine infusion solutions that lack sterility assurance. This could lead to infections if used improperly, especially since these products are prescribed for home use with pumps.
The infusion solutions lack sterility assurance, meaning they could be contaminated with bacteria. If used without proper sterilization, this could lead to infections, particularly in patients with weakened immune systems or existing infections.
Patients using dobutamine for heart conditions at home with a prescription. Those most at risk are individuals with compromised immune systems or those with existing infections.
Check for the product names: 1080mg in 270ml D5W or 760mg in 190ml D5W. These were sold by Sentara Home Infusion Pharmacy Services in Chesapeake, VA, with a beyond-use date of December 29, 2022.
Look for the product names: 1080mg in 270ml D5W or 760mg in 190ml D5W.
The product lacks sterility assurance, so it is not safe to use. It could lead to infections if used improperly.
Check for the product names: 1080mg in 270ml D5W or 760mg in 190ml D5W. These were sold by Sentara Home Infusion Pharmacy Services in Chesapeake, VA, with a beyond-use date of December 29, 2022.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Sentara Home Infusion Pharmacy Services for guidance.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Sentara Home to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall D-0290-2023 — Sentara Home Sentara Home Hello, I own a Sentara Home that is covered by recall D-0290-2023 from Sentara Home. 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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