Sentara Infusion Services recalls two Ganciclovir (Cytovein) IV solutions due to lack of sterility assurance. These products, used with Curlin pumps, have a beyond use date of December 24-29, 2022.
Lack of sterility assurance
Sentara Infusion Services is recalling two specific Ganciclovir (Cytovein) IV solutions because they lack sterility assurance. This could lead to infections if used improperly. Patients using these products should contact their healthcare provider immediately.
The recalled IV solutions lack sterility assurance, meaning they may contain harmful bacteria or contaminants. If used without proper sterilization, this could cause serious infections or other health issues.
Patients prescribed Ganciclovir (Cytovein) for antiviral treatment who use the recalled IV solutions with Curlin pumps are affected. Those with compromised immune systems are at higher risk.
Check for the product names 'Ganciclovir (Cytovein) 1480mg in NS 296ml' or 'Ganciclovir (Cytovein) 740mg in NS 336ml' with a beyond use date of December 24-29, 2022.
Patients should contact their healthcare provider immediately to discuss alternative treatment options.
The recalled products are Ganciclovir (Cytovein) 1480mg in NS 296ml and 740mg in NS 336ml, used with Curlin pumps.
The hazard is a lack of sterility assurance, which could lead to infections if the products are not properly sterilized.
Check for the product names and beyond use date of December 24-29, 2022.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Sentara Infusion Services to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall D-0294-2023 — Sentara Infusion Services Sentara Infusion Services Hello, I own a Sentara Infusion Services that is covered by recall D-0294-2023 from Sentara Infusion Services. 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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