Cardinal Health recalls Protexis Neoprene surgical gloves size 7.5 due to incorrect labeling of chemotherapy drug breakthrough times. This could affect patient safety during surgery.
Labeling issue in that the breakthrough (i.e., permeation) times for two chemotherapy drugs (Carmustine and Thiotepa) stated on the wallet (primary packaging) of the Protexis Neoprene surgical gloves are incorrect. Additionally, breakthrough times for Mitomycin were added to the same label in error.
Cardinal Health is recalling Protexis Neoprene surgical gloves size 7.5 because the label incorrectly states when chemotherapy drugs can pass through the gloves. This could lead to contamination of surgical wounds during procedures.
The gloves are labeled with incorrect breakthrough times for chemotherapy drugs like Carmustine and Thiotepa. This means the gloves might not provide adequate protection against these drugs during surgery, potentially contaminating surgical wounds.
Operating room personnel who use these gloves during surgery. The risk is low because the issue is a labeling error, not a physical defect.
Check for the product code 2D73DP75 and lot numbers listed in the recall notice. These gloves are light brown, powder-free, and sterile.
Look for the product code 2D73DP75 and lot numbers TS18060009 through TS18090290 on the packaging.
The recall is happening because the label incorrectly states the breakthrough times for chemotherapy drugs like Carmustine and Thiotepa, which could affect surgical wound protection.
No, the recall is for labeling errors, not a physical defect. You can continue using the gloves if you check the label for the correct product code and lot numbers.
Check the label for the product code 2D73DP75 and lot numbers listed in the recall notice. If they match, contact Cardinal Health for further instructions.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Cardinal Health to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0635-2019 — Cardinal Health Cardinal Health Hello, I own a Cardinal Health that is covered by recall Z-0635-2019 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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