Pfizer recalls aminophylline injection vials due to a hair complaint in one vial. This medication is prescription-only and distributed by Hospira. Check your vial's lot number and NDC code for affected products.
Presence of Particulate Matter: A complaint was received for the presence of a hair in one vial.
Pfizer is recalling aminophylline injection vials after a complaint about a hair in one vial. This is a prescription-only medication that could pose a risk if the hair causes injury during administration.
A single vial contained a hair, which could potentially cause injury if injected. This is a rare occurrence but requires immediate attention to prevent harm during medical procedures.
Prescription patients using aminophylline injection for respiratory conditions. Those with the specific NDC code 0409-5921-16 (vial) or 0409-5921-01 (carton) are most at risk.
Check for vials with NDC code 0409-5921-16 (vial) or 0409-5921-01 (carton). The lot number is 30-137-DK and expires December 1, 2022.
Look for the NDC code 0409-5921-16 on the vial and 0409-5921-01 on the carton.
The recall is due to a hair found in one vial, but the product is generally safe. Patients should check their vial's NDC code and lot number to confirm if it's affected.
Check for NDC code 0409-5921-16 (vial) or 0409-5921-01 (carton) with lot number 30-137-DK.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact your healthcare provider for guidance on whether to continue using the product.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Pfizer to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall D-0003-2023 — Pfizer Pfizer Hello, I own a Pfizer that is covered by recall D-0003-2023 from Pfizer. 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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