Sterility and contamination recalls
Sterility recalls cover injectable medication, surgical and wound-care supplies and the equipment used with them. A breach of sterility does not mean anyone was harmed; it means the product can no longer be assumed safe for its use, so the notice usually asks clinicians and distributors to quarantine remaining stock.
3,034 stored notices, reported between Jun 20, 2012 and Sep 23, 2026. Newest first.
Reported Sep 5, 2012
Aussie-Style Lucky Country Soft Licorice in 1.5 lb. bags. The product is packaged 1.5lb x 18 bags per tray.
Moderate riskThis product could cause temporary or reversible health problems — stop using it.Lucky Country, Inc.
FDA (openFDA food enforcement)
Reported Sep 5, 2012
Oasis Age Essential (cetylpyridinium chloride) Mouthwash, 0.06%, 473 mL (16 fl oz) bottle, Oasis Consumer Healthcare…
Low riskThis product is unlikely to cause harm, but it breaks a safety or labelling rule.Natural Essentials Inc.
FDA (openFDA drug enforcement)
Reported Sep 5, 2012
Product is labeled in part: "***MEDLINE***Extended PTFE Needle 6.5" (16.51cm) Length***Reorder: ES0016***Contents: 1…
Moderate riskThis product could cause temporary or reversible health problems — stop using it.Unimed Surgical Products, Inc.
10 more products in this recall
FDA (openFDA device enforcement)
Reported Aug 29, 2012
Whiskey Pecan Cookies, packaged in cellophane sleeve wrap, 9.6 oz each. Sold in individual sleeves or in a case of 6…
Moderate riskThis product could cause temporary or reversible health problems — stop using it.Breadfarm
2 more products in this recall
FDA (openFDA food enforcement)
Reported Aug 29, 2012
Custom Access Tray, Sterile, contains Sodium Chloride 0.9% 50 mL, Re-order #: CMS-1667-R2(94-2478), Manufactured for KM…
Moderate riskThis product could cause temporary or reversible health problems — stop using it.Custom Medical Specialties, Inc.
2 more products in this recall
FDA (openFDA drug enforcement)
Reported Aug 29, 2012
The Instructions For Use for the following: Stryker TRIO+ 4.5 x 45 mm STANDARD POST SCREW Stryker TRIO+ 4.5 x 50 mm…
Moderate riskThis product could cause temporary or reversible health problems — stop using it.Stryker Spine
FDA (openFDA device enforcement)
Reported Aug 22, 2012
ACETAZOLAMIDE, LYOPHILIZED 500MG INJECTABLE10 VIAL, 4 VIAL, 5 VIAL, 6 VIAL, 8 VIAL (5 DIFFERENT PRODUCTS)
Moderate riskThis product could cause temporary or reversible health problems — stop using it.Franck's Lab Inc., d.b.a. Franck's Compounding Lab
197 more products in this recall
FDA (openFDA drug enforcement)
Reported Aug 22, 2012
The NCB Polyaxial Locking Plate System NCB screws 26mm: 02.03155.026, non-sterile Product is implantable screws…
Moderate riskThis product could cause temporary or reversible health problems — stop using it.Zimmer, Inc.
4 more products in this recall
FDA (openFDA device enforcement)
Reported Aug 15, 2012
Albuterol Sulfate Inhalation Solution, 0.083%, 2.5 mg/3 mL Sterile Unit-Dose Vials, 60-count (60 x 3 mL Sterile…
Moderate riskThis product could cause temporary or reversible health problems — stop using it.Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corp.
FDA (openFDA drug enforcement)
Reported Aug 8, 2012
Estradiol Hemihydrate M20 EP/USP Powder, packaged in a) 1.5 kg and b) 2.5 kg fiber drums, Rx only, Art. No. 165811,…
Moderate riskThis product could cause temporary or reversible health problems — stop using it.Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
FDA (openFDA drug enforcement)
Reported Aug 8, 2012
INSTRUMENT ARM DRAPE IS2000, 20 PACK: Product Usage: The intended use of the Instrument arm drape is to protect…
Moderate riskThis product could cause temporary or reversible health problems — stop using it.Intuitive Surgical, Inc.
5 more products in this recall
FDA (openFDA device enforcement)
Reported Aug 8, 2012
Nestle Nesquik Chocolate Flavor, chocolate beverage powder, New Wt 48.7 OZ. Product labeling reads in part:"***Nestle…
Low riskThis product is unlikely to cause harm, but it breaks a safety or labelling rule.Nestle USA
FDA (openFDA food enforcement)
Reported Aug 8, 2012
Perkin Elmer Genetic Screening Processor (GSP) Product Code: 2021-0010 Product Usage: The GSP instrument is a fully…
Moderate riskThis product could cause temporary or reversible health problems — stop using it.Perkinelmer
FDA (openFDA device enforcement)
Reported Aug 8, 2012
WE-24541 Vit/Min Premix Toddler (1-4 yr old) w/o DHA*ARA, NET WEIGHT 22.68 KG
High riskUsing this product could cause serious injury, illness or death — stop using it now.The Wright Group dba Wright Enrichment, Inc.
FDA (openFDA food enforcement)
Reported Aug 8, 2012
Nextgen Complete Knee Solution Femoral and Provisional Impactor/ Extractor, REF 00-5901-026-00, Non-Sterile Zimmer,…
Moderate riskThis product could cause temporary or reversible health problems — stop using it.Zimmer Inc.
1 more product in this recall
FDA (openFDA device enforcement)
Reported Aug 1, 2012
BridgePoint Medical, Stingray Catheter, REF M - 1000, Sterilized with Ethylene Oxide Gas, Prescription Only,…
Moderate riskThis product could cause temporary or reversible health problems — stop using it.Bridgepoint Medical
FDA (openFDA device enforcement)
Reported Aug 1, 2012
Hidden Valley Salad Crispins Original Ranch; crisp mini-croutons, crunchy carrot bits and a blend of buttermilk and…
Moderate riskThis product could cause temporary or reversible health problems — stop using it.Clorox Co. (The)
FDA (openFDA food enforcement)
Reported Aug 1, 2012
Erythromycin Topical Solution USP, 2%, 60 mL bottle with applicator, Rx only. E. FOUGERA & CO., A division of Fougera…
Low riskThis product is unlikely to cause harm, but it breaks a safety or labelling rule.Fougera Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
FDA (openFDA drug enforcement)
Reported Aug 1, 2012
Tibial Punch Tower Assembly. Non-Sterile. CAT NO. 8000-1089. Howmedica Osteonics Corp., 59 Route 17, Allendale, NJ…
Moderate riskThis product could cause temporary or reversible health problems — stop using it.Stryker Howmedica Osteonics Corp.
2 more products in this recall
FDA (openFDA device enforcement)
Reported Aug 1, 2012
Oto Ease by Westone, labeled as a bacteria free, greaseless lubricant. Sold in 0.5 oz consumer sized semi transparent…
Moderate riskThis product could cause temporary or reversible health problems — stop using it.Westone Laboratories, Inc.
FDA (openFDA device enforcement)
Reported Jul 25, 2012
Probitotic Dietary Supplement. : iFlora¿ Kids Multi-Probiotic¿
High riskUsing this product could cause serious injury, illness or death — stop using it now.Nutri-Health Supplements Llc.
FDA (openFDA food enforcement)
Reported Jul 25, 2012
SP Standard Process, Cataplex ACP (Product #0700 and 0750) , Dietary supplement, 90 & 360 Tablets, Proprietary Blend:…
High riskUsing this product could cause serious injury, illness or death — stop using it now.Standard Process, Inc.
2 more products in this recall
FDA (openFDA food enforcement)
Reported Jul 25, 2012
SunOpta, Canadian Harvest Oat Fiber, Oat Fiber 300-33, Manufactured by SunOpta Ingredients, Chelmsford, MA 01824
Moderate riskThis product could cause temporary or reversible health problems — stop using it.SunOpta Ingredients Group (Corporate HQ)
FDA (openFDA food enforcement)
Reported Jul 18, 2012
CIVCO VirtuTRAX Instrument Navigator, Reusable non-sterile general purpose driveBAY, trakSTAR, electromagnetic sensor…
Moderate riskThis product could cause temporary or reversible health problems — stop using it.Civco Medical Instruments Inc.
4 more products in this recall
FDA (openFDA device enforcement)
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