Cardinal Health recalls McKesson PREVENT M 25G needles due to safety shield failing to lock, risking needlestick injuries and bloodborne pathogen exposure. Learn if your product is affected.
Safety shield not locking into the cannula. If the safety shield activation fails to lock a contaminated needle, a needlestick may occur and there is the potential for exposure to bloodborne pathogens
Cardinal Health is recalling McKesson PREVENT M 25G X 5/8" needles because the safety shield might not lock properly, which could lead to needlestick injuries and exposure to bloodborne pathogens. This affects healthcare workers and others using the needles for medical procedures.
The safety shield on the needle may not lock into place after activation. If it fails to lock, a contaminated needle could be accidentally inserted into a person, causing a needlestick injury and potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens like HIV or hepatitis.
Healthcare workers and medical professionals who use the needles for injections or fluid withdrawal are most at risk. Patients using the needles for medical procedures may also be affected.
Check for the product code 26558 and lot code 028603 on the needle packaging. The needles are 25G X 5/8" single lumen needles used for medical injections or fluid withdrawal.
Ensure the safety shield locks securely before use. If it does not lock, stop using the needle immediately.
The recall affects needles used for medical injections or fluid withdrawal. If you have the specific product code and lot number, you should check if your needle is affected.
Look for the product code 26558 and lot code 028603 on the needle packaging. The needles are 25G X 5/8" single lumen needles.
If the safety shield does not lock securely, stop using the needle immediately and contact your healthcare provider for alternatives.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Cardinal Health to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1251-2021 — Cardinal Health Cardinal Health Hello, I own a Cardinal Health that is covered by recall Z-1251-2021 from Cardinal Health. 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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