American Regent recalls Selenious Acid Injection (12 mcg/2mL) due to contamination with hair, glass, and paraformaldehyde. This poses a risk of serious injury if injected. Affected units have specific NDC numbers and expiration dates.
Presence of Particulate Matter: Product contaminated with particulate matter identified as hair, glass and/or paraformaldehyde
American Regent is recalling Selenious Acid Injection for intravenous use because it contains harmful particles like hair, glass, and paraformaldehyde. Using this product could cause serious injury or death if injected.
The injection contains particles that could cause blockages, tissue damage, or severe reactions when injected into the bloodstream. Particulate matter like glass or paraformaldehyde can lead to serious injury or death.
Healthcare professionals who use this medication for intravenous injections are most at risk. Patients prescribed this drug by a doctor may also be affected.
Check for the product name 'Selenious Acid Injection, USP 12 mcg/2 mL (6 mcg/2mL)' on the label. Look for NDC numbers 0517-6502-01 (single-dose vials) or 0517-6502-10 (10-pack of single-dose vials).
Immediately discard the product if you have it. Do not use the recalled injection.
No, the product contains harmful particles that can cause serious injury if injected.
The recalled product expires on February 28, 2027.
Look for NDC numbers 0517-6502-01 or 0517-6502-10 on the product label.
We’ve drafted a message you can send American Regent to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall D-0798-2026 — American Regent American Regent Hello, I own a American Regent that is covered by recall D-0798-2026 from American Regent. 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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