Reported Aug 21, 2013 · Terminated

Fisherbrand Sterile Swab, Calcium Alginate Fiber Tipped, Wood Applicator Swab 100 pouches/boxes, 10 boxes/case. Used in…

Fisher Scientific Co.

Moderate riskThis product could cause temporary or reversible health problems — stop using it.

What you should do

Stop using the affected lot and contact the recalling firm for the return or refund process. Check the FDA enforcement report for lot-level detail.

Firm contact: Fisher Scientific Co · 300 Industry Dr · Pittsburgh, PA · 15275-1001

Is this the product you have?

  • Fisherbrand Sterile Swab, Calcium Alginate Fiber Tipped, Wood Applicator Swab 100 pouches/boxes, 10 boxes/case. Used in applying medications to or take specimens from a patient.
Lot codes and dates
    • Product code # 14-959-81
    • lot #61513
  • expiration date
    • 2014-08
    • and lot 8710
    • expiration date 2014-08
Amount recalled
1230

Where it was sold

  • Nationwide

Why it was recalled

The firm is recalling Fisherbrand Sterile Swabs due to 4 customer complaints reporting the presence of non-pathogenic organisms in two lots. The finding was confirmed in lot 61513 and lot 8710 is also being recalled as a precautionary measure.

This product could cause temporary or reversible health problems — stop using it.

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Where this came from

Source: U.S. Food & Drug Administration (openFDA)

Read the FDA (openFDA device enforcement) notice

Notice updated Oct 20, 2014 · Data as of Sep 19, 4:51 PM UTC

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