Sentara recalls specific vancomycin infusion solutions due to lack of sterility assurance. These products were sold with a beyond-use date of December 24-31, 2022. Consumers should check their product labels for the listed concentrations and contact Sentara for guidance.
Lack of sterility assurance
Sentara is recalling specific vancomycin infusion solutions that may lack sterility assurance. This could lead to infections if used improperly. Affected products have a beyond-use date of December 24-31, 2022.
The lack of sterility assurance means the solutions could be contaminated, potentially causing infections in patients. This is particularly concerning for individuals receiving intravenous antibiotics at home.
Patients using home infusion pumps with these specific vancomycin solutions are affected. Healthcare providers and patients receiving these medications through Sentara Home Infusion Pharmacy Services are most at risk.
Check for vancomycin solutions with the listed concentrations: 1.25g in 250mL NS, 1.5g in 300mL NS, 1000mg in 200mL NS, 2g in 400mL NS, or 900mg in NS. Products were sold with a beyond-use date of December 24-31, 2022.
Look for the specific vancomycin concentrations listed in the recall notice.
The recall states there is a lack of sterility assurance, which could lead to infections. These products should not be used until the issue is resolved.
Contact Sentara Home Infusion Pharmacy Services at 535 Independence Pkwy, Ste 300, Chesapeake, VA 23320 for guidance on next steps.
These products were sold with a beyond-use date of December 24-31, 2022.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Sentara to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall D-0322-2023 — Sentara Sentara Hello, I own a Sentara that is covered by recall D-0322-2023 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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