Cardinal Health recalls Monoject 201 Vet Pak hypodermic needles due to potential sterility barrier compromise from manufacturing defects. Affected items have specific lot numbers and item codes.
Manufacturing defect was found for the cartridge component, which could compromise the sterility barrier of the product
Cardinal Health is recalling certain Monoject 201 Vet Pak hypodermic needles because a manufacturing defect might compromise the sterility barrier. This could lead to infection risks if the needles are used improperly.
The manufacturing defect in the cartridge component could allow contamination to reach the needle's tip. This might compromise the sterility barrier, increasing the risk of infection during animal injections.
Veterinarians and pet owners using the recalled needles for animal injections. Those who have the specific lot number or item code are most at risk.
Check for the item code 8881201498 and lot number 905611 on the needle packaging. The product is a 20-gauge x 1-1/2" hypodermic needle.
Look for the item code 8881201498 and lot number 905611 on the needle packaging.
The recall is for needles that could potentially compromise sterility, but actual health risks depend on proper use. The official notice does not specify if current use has caused harm.
Check for the item code 8881201498 and lot number 905611 on the packaging. The product is a 20-gauge x 1-1/2" hypodermic needle.
The recall record does not specify a remedy, so contact Cardinal Health directly for guidance.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Cardinal Health to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2044-2019 — Cardinal Health Cardinal Health Hello, I own a Cardinal Health that is covered by recall Z-2044-2019 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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