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Drug recall · FDA · Published December 17, 2020

Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC recalls Ketorolac Tromethamine Injection, USP, 60 mg per 2 mL (30 mg per mL), packaged in 2 mL Single Dose Vial, Rx only,

Fresenius Kabi recalls Ketorol: 60mg/2mL injection vials due to particulate matter found in reserve samples. This may cause serious injury if injected.

🇺🇸 FDA recall #D-0184-2021DrugFresen: Kabi ›
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Recalling firmFresenius Kabi USA, LLC3 Corporate Dr, N/A · Lake Zurich, IL 60047-8930
No email on file for this recall — reach the company by phone or its official page instead.No email on file — write to the address above instead.
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What happened, in plain English

Fresenius Kabi is recalling Ketorolac injection vials that may contain particles. Using these vials could cause serious injury if injected. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/36591-fresenius-kabi-ketorolac-injection-recall-particulate-matter-risk.

Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/36591-fresenius-kabi-ketorolac-injection-recall-particulate-matter-risk · Updated October 4, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #D-0184-2021

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“Fresenius Kabi Ketorolac Injection Recall: Particulate Matter Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/36591-fresenius-kabi-ketorolac-injection-recall-particulate-matter-risk. Based on FDA recall #D-0184-2021 (https://api.fda.gov/drug/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22D-0184-2021%22&limit=1).

Why it’s dangerous

Particulate matter found in some reserve samples can enter the bloodstream during injection, potentially causing serious injury or death.

Who’s affected

Prescription users of Ketorolac injection vials from Fresenius Kabi. Patients receiving this medication for pain or inflammation are most at risk.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for vials labeled 'Ketorolac Tromethamine Injection, USP, 60 mg per 2 mL (30 mg per mL)' from Fresenius Kabi. The NDC code 63323-162-02 and batch number 6121125 are associated with this recall.

  • Brand
    Fresen: Kabi
  • Category
    Drug
Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

  1. Check Vial Label

    Look for the product name and NDC code on the vial to confirm it matches the recalled items.

  2. Contact Healthcare Provider

    If you have the recalled vial, inform your healthcare provider immediately to discuss next steps.

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Questions people ask

Is this product safe to use?

The recall indicates particulate matter was found in reserve samples, so it is not safe to use without checking the recall status.

What should I do if I have the recalled vial?

Contact your healthcare provider to discuss whether you should stop using the vial and how to proceed.

How can I check if my vial is recalled?

Check the vial label for the product name and NDC code 63323-162-02, and batch number 6121125.

Take action

Contact Fresen: Kabi

We’ve drafted a message you can send Fresen: Kabi to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.

Subject: Recall D-0184-2021 — Fresen: Kabi Fresen: Kabi

Hello,

I own a Fresen: Kabi that is covered by recall D-0184-2021 from Fresen: Kabi.

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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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.

  • Official source: FDA Recall #D-0184-2021 (December 17, 2020) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for D-0184-2021 to see it in context.
  • Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 4, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the FDA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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