Becton Dickinson recalls BD Ultra-Fine Insulin Syringes (0.5mL, 8mm, 31G) due to nonsterile condition potentially causing infections. Affected lots expire by 2027.
Nonsterile syringe potentially exposing the patient to pathogenic microorganisms and a risk of local infection.
Becton Dickinson is recalling insulin syringes that may not be sterile, increasing infection risk. This affects people using insulin for diabetes who own the specific lots listed.
The syringes may not be sterile, which can expose patients to harmful bacteria. This could lead to infections at the injection site, especially in people with diabetes who need frequent injections.
People using insulin for diabetes who own the recalled syringes (0.5mL, 8mm, 31G) are affected. Those with diabetes who use these syringes are at higher risk of infection.
Check for the lot numbers: 2038580 (expiring May 2027), 2063298 (expiring May 2027), or 2137904 (expiring July 2027). The syringes are 0.5mL, 8mm, 31G for insulin use.
Look for lot numbers 2038580, 2063298, or 2137904 on the syringe packaging.
The syringes may not be sterile, which can expose patients to harmful bacteria and cause infections at the injection site.
Check the lot number on the syringe packaging. If it matches the recalled lots, stop using them and contact Becton Dickinson for a replacement.
Yes, nonsterile syringes can lead to infections, especially for people with diabetes who need frequent insulin injections.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Becton Dickinson to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1240-2023 — Becton Dickinson Becton Dickinson Hello, I own a Becton Dickinson that is covered by recall Z-1240-2023 from Becton Dickinson. 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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