Plain Gut Absorbable Sutures, PLAIN GUT 5/0 18 P-13 X12 (SG-5686), PLAIN GUT 4-0 18 UD SC-11 DA (SG828-2)

Class I - Dangerous

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    GTIN: 20884521055756, 20884521750118; Lot: D2G1825FZY, D2H0754FZY, D2E2595ZY
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
  5. 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:
Covidien, LP
Reason for Recall:
Medtronic was made aware of a supplier calibration issue during the contract sterilization process that may lead to unsterile product. Use of affected product may lead to an unspecified infection or, in the case of sutures used in the eye, pose a loss of vision risk.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.

Status:
ongoing

Product Information

Full Description:

Plain Gut Absorbable Sutures, PLAIN GUT 5/0 18 P-13 X12 (SG-5686), PLAIN GUT 4-0 18 UD SC-11 DA (SG828-2)

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

GTIN: 20884521055756, 20884521750118; Lot: D2G1825FZY, D2H0754FZY, D2E2595ZY

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-1390-2023

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