Cefazolin, injection, 1 gram per vial, 25 vials per box, sterile, Rx only, single-use vial, Manufactured in Austria by Sandoz GmbH for Sandoz, Inc. Princeton, NJ 08540, NDC 00781-3451-70 (vial), NDC 00781-3451-96 (box)
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: Lot #: DB2208, Exp 01/16
- 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:
- Sandoz Incorporated
- Reason for Recall:
- Lack of Assurance of Sterility: Sandoz Inc is recalling Cefazolin for Injection, USP 1 gm vials, lot DB2208, due to a customer complaint for broken/cracked vials which was confirmed through review of retained samples.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- terminated
Product Information
Full Description:
Cefazolin, injection, 1 gram per vial, 25 vials per box, sterile, Rx only, single-use vial, Manufactured in Austria by Sandoz GmbH for Sandoz, Inc. Princeton, NJ 08540, NDC 00781-3451-70 (vial), NDC 00781-3451-96 (box)
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
Lot #: DB2208, Exp 01/16
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: D-597-2013
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