Piperacillin and Tazobactam for Injection, USP 4.5 gram/vial* 10-count Single Use Vials per carton, Rx only, Mfg. by: Hospira Healthcare India Pvt. Ltd. Irungattukottai-602 105, India Mfg. for: Apotex Corp. Weston, FL 33326. NDC 60505-0688-4
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: Lots: 502H001 Exp. 01/2019; 502H003, 502H004, 502H005, Exp. 04/2019; 502H009, 502H012, Exp. 05/2019.
- Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
- Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
- Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
- Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.
⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.
Recall Details
- Company:
- Apotex Inc.
- Reason for Recall:
- Subpotent Drug: High Levels of Impurities Resulting in Decrease Potency
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- terminated
Product Information
Full Description:
Piperacillin and Tazobactam for Injection, USP 4.5 gram/vial* 10-count Single Use Vials per carton, Rx only, Mfg. by: Hospira Healthcare India Pvt. Ltd. Irungattukottai-602 105, India Mfg. for: Apotex Corp. Weston, FL 33326. NDC 60505-0688-4
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
Lots: 502H001 Exp. 01/2019; 502H003, 502H004, 502H005, Exp. 04/2019; 502H009, 502H012, Exp. 05/2019.
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: D-0840-2018
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