Vygon VY(TM)Flush Heparin Lock Flush Syringes, 10 Units per mL, 3mL in a 10mL Flush Syringe, 30 syringes per box, Rx only Prefilled syringes are used to maintain the patency of indwelling catheter lumens

Class I - Dangerous

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    Product Code VIH-2233 -- lots 87-133-9D, 93-088-9D, 97-066-9D, 00-015-9D, 03-012-9D, 03-113-9D, 03-116-9D, 08-067-9D, 08-071-9D, 95-027-9D, 95-029-9D, and 08-073-9D.
  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:
Vygon Corporation
Reason for Recall:
Manufacturer issued a voluntary recall on multiple lots of VY(TM)Flush Heparin Lock Flush Syringes therefore Vygon has subsequently initiated a recall on Vygon branded Heparin Lock Flush Syringes and kits containing the syringes.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

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

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

Vygon VY(TM)Flush Heparin Lock Flush Syringes, 10 Units per mL, 3mL in a 10mL Flush Syringe, 30 syringes per box, Rx only Prefilled syringes are used to maintain the patency of indwelling catheter lumens

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

Product Code VIH-2233 -- lots 87-133-9D, 93-088-9D, 97-066-9D, 00-015-9D, 03-012-9D, 03-113-9D, 03-116-9D, 08-067-9D, 08-071-9D, 95-027-9D, 95-029-9D, and 08-073-9D.

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-1798-2012

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