Apollo Care recalls VANComycin 1g in 250mL saline for possible crystallization causing turbidity. This IV medication, compounded for hospitals, may need replacement if cloudy.
Crystallization: Product appears to be turbid.
Apollo Care is recalling a specific IV vancomycin solution that may become cloudy due to crystallization. This could affect the medication's safety and effectiveness if used without checking for turbidity.
The vancomycin solution may crystallize, causing the product to appear turbid. This could lead to improper medication delivery or reduced effectiveness if not detected before administration.
Healthcare professionals using this compounded vancomycin solution in hospitals or clinics. Patients receiving this medication are at risk if the solution becomes cloudy.
Check for the label: 'VANComycin 1g added to 250mL of 0.9% Sodium Chloride (Injection for Intravenous Use Only), 260 mL per bag, Rx Only'. The product was compounded by Apollo Care in Columbia, MO, with lot number AC-016402 and expiration 2/12/2022.
Inspect the solution for cloudiness before use. If cloudy, do not administer.
The product may become cloudy due to crystallization, which could affect safety and effectiveness. Always check for turbidity before use.
Look for the label: 'VANComycin 1g added to 250mL of 0.9% Sodium Chloride (Injection for Intravenous Use Only), 260 mL per bag, Rx Only'. The product was compounded by Apollo Care with lot number AC-016402 and expires 2/12/2022.
Check for turbidity before use. If cloudy, do not administer. Contact your healthcare provider for further guidance.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Apollo Care to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall D-0277-2022 — Apollo Care Apollo Care Hello, I own a Apollo Care that is covered by recall D-0277-2022 from Apollo Care. 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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