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 May 13, 2020
3.5mm Aresenal Screw Drill Bit , Ref: 330-35-001, Qty. 70, Rx Only, Non-Sterile, UDI: (01)00812926029696 - Product…
Moderate riskThis product could cause temporary or reversible health problems — stop using it.Trilliant Surgical, LLC
FDA (openFDA device enforcement)
Reported May 12, 2020
FSIS Issues Public Health Alert for Raw Beef Ravioli Products Due to Possible E. Coli O157:H7 Contamination
Risk not classifiedThe agency has not ranked the risk yet — treat the notice as a caution.P&S Ravioli
USDA FSIS
Reported Apr 29, 2020
Comprehensive Humeral Tray Taper Extraction Pliers - Replacement Tips, Model Number 110028522 - Product Usage: Intended…
Moderate riskThis product could cause temporary or reversible health problems — stop using it.Biomet, Inc.
FDA (openFDA device enforcement)
Reported Apr 22, 2020
STA - Deficient VIII, Product Code: 00725. STA - Deficient VIII is an immuno-depleted human plasma intended for use in…
Moderate riskThis product could cause temporary or reversible health problems — stop using it.Diagnostica Stago, Inc.
FDA (openFDA device enforcement)
Reported Apr 22, 2020
Dermatone (avobenzone, homosalate, octisalate, and octocrylene) Sunscreen Lotion Fragrance Free, SPF 30, package in 1.5…
Moderate riskThis product could cause temporary or reversible health problems — stop using it.Filltech USA, LLC
1 more product in this recall
FDA (openFDA drug enforcement)
Reported Apr 22, 2020
ChloraPrep With Tint, 2% w/v chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) and 70% v/v isopropyl alcohol (IPA) Patient Preoperative…
Moderate riskThis product could cause temporary or reversible health problems — stop using it.Merit Medical Systems, Inc.
FDA (openFDA device enforcement)
Reported Apr 15, 2020
Amy's Kitchen gluten Free Vegetable Lasagna, UK Microwave or oven bake - keep frozen Item # 000374, UPC 0 042272 003747…
Moderate riskThis product could cause temporary or reversible health problems — stop using it.Amys Kitchen Inc.
FDA (openFDA food enforcement)
Reported Apr 15, 2020
Jamshidi Bone Marrow Biopsy/Aspiration Needle, with Luer Lock Adapter 11GX4 ASP, Sterile - Product Code: DJ4011X -…
Moderate riskThis product could cause temporary or reversible health problems — stop using it.Bard Peripheral Vascular Inc.
FDA (openFDA device enforcement)
Reported Apr 15, 2020
Methylcobalamin Soln. 1000 mcg/ml, 10 mL, Injectable, Rx only, INNOVATIVE COMPOUNDING PHARMACY, 41536 EASTMAN DRIVE…
Moderate riskThis product could cause temporary or reversible health problems — stop using it.Innovative Intrathecal Solutions, Inc. dba Innovative Compounding Pharmacy
4 more products in this recall
FDA (openFDA drug enforcement)
Reported Apr 15, 2020
ePHEDrine Sulfate, 5 mg per mL, 50 mg per 10 mL, In 0.9% Sodium Chloride 10 mL syringe, For IV Use Preservative Free…
Moderate riskThis product could cause temporary or reversible health problems — stop using it.PharMEDium Services, LLC
12 more products in this recall
FDA (openFDA drug enforcement)
Reported Apr 15, 2020
PRIVATE SELECTION FROZEN BERRY MEDLEY in 16 oz. (10 bags per case) and 48 oz. bags (6 bags per case). UPC: 0001111079120
Moderate riskThis product could cause temporary or reversible health problems — stop using it.The Kroger Co.
1 more product in this recall
FDA (openFDA food enforcement)
Reported Apr 10, 2020
Conagra Brands, Inc. Recalls Frozen Not-Ready-to-Eat Chicken Bowl Products Due to Possible Foreign Matter Contamination
High riskUsing this product could cause serious injury, illness or death — stop using it now.Conagra Brands (Conagra Foods Packaged Foods, LLC)
USDA FSIS
Reported Apr 8, 2020
C-*Albumin Eye Drop 10% S, packaged in 10 mL bottles, Rx only, Medical Center Pharmacy, 2401 Ocoee Street, Cleveland,…
Moderate riskThis product could cause temporary or reversible health problems — stop using it.Medical Center Pharmacy, Inc.
4 more products in this recall
FDA (openFDA drug enforcement)
Reported Apr 8, 2020
Gentamicin 80mg/60 mL Irrigation, containers, The Medicine Shoppe, 3524 B Tamiami Trail Port Charlotte, FL 33952
Moderate riskThis product could cause temporary or reversible health problems — stop using it.The Medicine Shoppe Pharmacy
FDA (openFDA drug enforcement)
Reported Apr 1, 2020
Clover seed in 50 lb. woven poly bags, 40 bags to a pallet.
High riskUsing this product could cause serious injury, illness or death — stop using it now.International Sprout Holding Inc.
1 more product in this recall
FDA (openFDA food enforcement)
Reported Apr 1, 2020
Karl Storz NEURO-FIBERSCOPE, Model # 11282BN1, Flexible Pediatric Neuroscope
Moderate riskThis product could cause temporary or reversible health problems — stop using it.Karl Storz Endoscopy
2 more products in this recall
FDA (openFDA device enforcement)
Reported Apr 1, 2020
Medline Stick Sponge Presaturated W/PVP REF DYND70288 DYND70288H 2/PK Expiration 06/30/2022.
Moderate riskThis product could cause temporary or reversible health problems — stop using it.Medline Industries Inc.
2 more products in this recall
FDA (openFDA device enforcement)
Reported Mar 25, 2020
Custom procedure trays containing medical components needed to facilitate patient procedures and to perform minor and…
Moderate riskThis product could cause temporary or reversible health problems — stop using it.Avid Medical, Inc.
8 more products in this recall
FDA (openFDA device enforcement)
Reported Mar 25, 2020
Juanita's Foods Hot & Spicy Menudo; Picoso; 25 oz.( 1 lb. 9oz.) 709 grams UPC: 70132 00201 Juanita's Foods, Wilmington,…
Moderate riskThis product could cause temporary or reversible health problems — stop using it.Juanita's Foods Inc.
FDA (openFDA food enforcement)
Reported Mar 25, 2020
LivaNova Heater-Cooler System 3T - Product Usage: The Heater-Cooler 3T System is used to circulate water through heat…
Moderate riskThis product could cause temporary or reversible health problems — stop using it.LivaNova USA Inc.
FDA (openFDA device enforcement)
Reported Mar 25, 2020
Regular Strength Acid Reducer, Ranitidine tablets, USP 75 mg, 30 tablets per bottle. [NDC: Brand] NDC CVS Health:…
Moderate riskThis product could cause temporary or reversible health problems — stop using it.Perrigo Company PLC
16 more products in this recall
FDA (openFDA drug enforcement)
Reported Mar 25, 2020
Stryker, REF: 0250070460, 5.0 mm x 32 cm, Strykeprobe, Outer Sheath Replacement, RX Only, Non-Sterile, CE, UDI: (01)…
Moderate riskThis product could cause temporary or reversible health problems — stop using it.Stryker Corporation
1 more product in this recall
FDA (openFDA device enforcement)
Reported Mar 18, 2020
Monoject 3mL Syringe with Hypodermic Safety Needle, 22G x 1-1/2 . Item Code 11832215 - Product Usage: used for general…
Moderate riskThis product could cause temporary or reversible health problems — stop using it.Cardinal Health 200, LLC
3 more products in this recall
FDA (openFDA device enforcement)
Reported Mar 18, 2020
Econocare Plus Overlay Item: 1025EC. Intended to aid in the prevention and treatment of pressure injuries and general…
Moderate riskThis product could cause temporary or reversible health problems — stop using it.EHOB, Inc.
FDA (openFDA device enforcement)
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