Cardinal Health recalls sterile Monoject needles due to non-sterile product shipped. Infection risk if used without proper sterilization.
Non-sterile product was shipped to customers. Product package is labeled as both "STERILE" and "NON-STERILR" ; the product did not undergo sterilization process and is non-sterile. The usage of a needle that is not sterile could result in infection. Firm is not aware of any reports of patient harm.
Cardinal Health is recalling Monoject hypodermic needles that were shipped without proper sterilization. Using non-sterile needles can cause infections, though no injuries have been reported.
The needles were labeled as both sterile and non-sterile but did not undergo sterilization. Using non-sterile needles can introduce infections during injections.
People who own or use Monoject 30G X 1/2" needles with item code 1183005 are affected. Those with medical conditions requiring injections are at higher risk.
Check for item code 1183005 on the needle packaging. The needles expire May 31, 2020, and were shipped with a label showing both "STERILE" and "NON-STERILR".
Look for item code 1183005 and expiration date May 31, 2020 on the packaging.
No injuries have been reported by the manufacturer.
Check for item code 1183005 and expiration date May 31, 2020 on the packaging.
The manufacturer does not require stopping use, but the needles are non-sterile and could cause infections.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Cardinal Health to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1454-2020 — Cardinal Health Cardinal Health Hello, I own a Cardinal Health that is covered by recall Z-1454-2020 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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