MediChoice¿ Rayon Tipped OB/GYN Applicator, 8 inch, Plastic Shaft, Non-Sterile, Item Numbers WOD5001 and WOD5002. Product Usage: Usage: An absorbent tipped applicator is a device intended for medical purposes that consists of an absorbent swab on a wooden, paper, or plastic stick. The device is used to apply medications to, or to take specimens from, a patient.
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: Item # Lot# WOD5001 1206DG13A WOD5001 1206DG13B WOD5001 1207DG13A WOD5001 1208DG13A WOD5001 1209DG13A WOD5001 1210DG13A/B WOD5001 1211DG13A WOD5001 1212DG13A WOD5001 1301DG13A WOD5001 1303DG13A WOD5002 1206DG14A WOD5002 1208DG14A WOD5002 1209DG14A WOD5002 1211DG14A Expiration Dates: 2017-05, 2017-06, 2017-06, 2017-07, 2017-08, 2017-09, 2017-10, 2017-11, 2018-02.
- 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:
- Owens & Minor Distribution, Inc.
- Reason for Recall:
- Owens & Minor Distribution, Inc. is conducting a market withdrawal of MediChoice Applicator OB-GYN 8 inch product that does not meet our quality standards because the rayon may loosen or unravel from the applicator during use.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- terminated
Product Information
Full Description:
MediChoice¿ Rayon Tipped OB/GYN Applicator, 8 inch, Plastic Shaft, Non-Sterile, Item Numbers WOD5001 and WOD5002. Product Usage: Usage: An absorbent tipped applicator is a device intended for medical purposes that consists of an absorbent swab on a wooden, paper, or plastic stick. The device is used to apply medications to, or to take specimens from, a patient.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
Item # Lot# WOD5001 1206DG13A WOD5001 1206DG13B WOD5001 1207DG13A WOD5001 1208DG13A WOD5001 1209DG13A WOD5001 1210DG13A/B WOD5001 1211DG13A WOD5001 1212DG13A WOD5001 1301DG13A WOD5001 1303DG13A WOD5002 1206DG14A WOD5002 1208DG14A WOD5002 1209DG14A WOD5002 1211DG14A Expiration Dates: 2017-05, 2017-06, 2017-06, 2017-07, 2017-08, 2017-09, 2017-10, 2017-11, 2018-02.
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: Z-1192-2013
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