PDS Plus Antibacterial (Polydioxanone) Suture Size 0 PDS Plus Violet 36 Single Armed CT-1 Needle
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: Product code: PDP346H GTIN: 10705031048126 Product lot: LL6459
- 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:
- Ethicon, Inc.
- Reason for Recall:
- Three (3) lots were distributed with the incorrect expiry date on the label. The lots were labeled with an expiry date of five (5) years from date of manufacture instead of the correct expiry date of two (2) years from date of manufacture.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- terminated
Product Information
Full Description:
PDS Plus Antibacterial (Polydioxanone) Suture Size 0 PDS Plus Violet 36 Single Armed CT-1 Needle
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
Product code: PDP346H GTIN: 10705031048126 Product lot: LL6459
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: Z-1338-2018
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Sutures may have an open seal on the primary packaging, due to a manufacturing issue on a specific machine, and if issue is undetected could lead to breach in sterility, could introduce pathogens to the patient and cause infection.