QuVa Pharma recalls oxyTOCIN 30 Units/500mL IV solution due to incorrect sodium chloride concentration (0.45% instead of 0.9%). This compounded product for institutional use may cause complications if administered improperly.
Incorrect Product Formulation: Oxytocin 30 units was added to an IV bag of 0.45% Sodium Chloride (500mL) instead of 0.9% Sodium Chloride (500mL).
QuVa Pharma has recalled oxyTOCIN 30 Units/500 mL IV solutions that were compounded with 0.45% Sodium Chloride instead of the required 0.9% Sodium Chloride. This error could lead to improper medical treatment if used in IV administration.
The solution was compounded with 0.45% Sodium Chloride instead of the required 0.9% Sodium Chloride. This concentration difference could cause improper medical effects when administered intravenously, potentially leading to complications.
Healthcare facilities and medical professionals who use this compounded IV solution for institutional purposes. Patients receiving this solution could be at risk if the incorrect concentration is administered.
Look for the product name 'oxyTOCIN 30 Units/500 mL (0.06 Units/mL) added to 0.9% Sodium Chloride, Injection for IV Use'. Check the lot number 30027403 with a batch date of 11/14/2022.
Verify the lot number and batch date on the product label to confirm if it matches lot 30027403 with a batch date of 11/14/2022.
The recall record does not specify if the product is safe to use; it states the product was recalled due to incorrect formulation.
The recall record does not provide a remedy; the user should check the product details and contact QuVa Pharma for further instructions.
The product is described as 'Not for Resale' for institutional or office use only.
We’ve drafted a message you can send QuVa Pharma to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall D-1544-2022 — QuVa Pharma QuVa Pharma Hello, I own a QuVa Pharma that is covered by recall D-1544-2022 from QuVa Pharma. 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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