Hospira Bupivacaine Injection Recall: Particulate Matter Hazard

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Recalling firmHospira Inc.275 N Field Dr, N/A · Lake Forest, IL 60045-2579

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What happened, in plain English

Hospira is recalling a specific bupivacaine injection product due to visible particles in the vials. These particles could cause serious injury if injected into a patient. The recall affects certain lots with expiration date 11/14.

Why it’s dangerous

Particulate matter in the vials can become embedded in the injection solution. If injected into a patient, these particles may cause serious injury or death.

Who’s affected

Healthcare professionals using this injection for medical procedures are most at risk. Patients receiving the injection could be harmed by the particles.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for vials labeled '0.75% Bupivacaine HCl Injection, USP, 7.5 mg/mL, 30 mL, Single-dose' from Hospira. The specific lot number is 23-338-DK with expiration date 11/14.

Brand
Hospira
Category
Drug

Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

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Immediately stop using the recalled injection product as it contains visible particles that could cause serious injury.

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Questions people ask

Is this product safe to use?

No, this product contains visible particles that could cause serious injury if injected.

What should I do if I have this product?

Immediately stop using it and contact Hospira for instructions.

What is the expiration date for the recalled product?

The recalled product expires on November 14, 2014.

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

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Subject: Recall D-381-2014 — Hospira Hospira

Hello,

I own a Hospira that is covered by recall D-381-2014 from Hospira.

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-381-2014 (July 12, 2013) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for D-381-2014 to see it in context.
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Hospira Inc. recalls 0.75% Bupivacaine HCl Injection, USP, 7.5 mg/mL, 30 mL, Single-dose, Hospira Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045, NDC

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