Cardinal Health recalls 25G x 5/8" Monoject needles due to non-sterile product. The needles were labeled as both sterile and non-sterile but did not undergo sterilization, risking infection. No patient harm reports.
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 25G x 5/8" Monoject hypodermic needles because they were shipped as non-sterile despite being labeled sterile. Using these needles could lead to infection, though no patient harm has been reported.
The needles were labeled as both 'sterile' and 'non-sterile' but did not undergo sterilization. This means they could introduce infections if used for injections. However, no patient harm has been reported.
People who own or use these needles for injections are affected. Those with medical conditions requiring frequent injections may be at slightly higher risk.
Check for the item code 1182558 and lot number 15063004 on the needle packaging. The needles expire May 31, 2020.
Look for item code 1182558 and lot number 15063004 on the packaging.
No, these needles are non-sterile and could cause infection. However, no patient harm has been reported.
Check for item code 1182558 and lot number 15063004 on the packaging.
The recall does not mention a remedy, so there is no fix provided.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Cardinal Health to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1455-2020 — Cardinal Health Cardinal Health Hello, I own a Cardinal Health that is covered by recall Z-1455-2020 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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