Remel TB Potassium Permanganate (.5% Aqueous) 40192, packaged in 250 ml bottles, 5/pkg. A stain for use in qualitative procedures as a counterstain in the fluorescent microscopic detection of mycobacteria.
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: Lot: 293086 Expiration 01Apr2015
- 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:
- Remel Inc
- Reason for Recall:
- The product may appear cloudy or discolored and may not perform correctly in presumptive diagnosis of mycobacterial disease.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- terminated
Product Information
Full Description:
Remel TB Potassium Permanganate (.5% Aqueous) 40192, packaged in 250 ml bottles, 5/pkg. A stain for use in qualitative procedures as a counterstain in the fluorescent microscopic detection of mycobacteria.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
Lot: 293086 Expiration 01Apr2015
Distribution:
Distributed in: AL, CA, CO, IA, MO, NC, NY, NV, OH, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, VA, WI
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: Z-0449-2015
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