PGCL [poly (glycolide-co-caprolactone)] Absorbable Suture, Manufacturer CP Medical, Portland OR, Sterile, Product Codes L923, L459, L493, L762, L463, L922, L495, L463, L497, L494, L493
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: Lot Numbers - 150323-04, 150324-04, 150520-10, 150615-01, 150616-08, 150709-01, 151229-64, 160414-69, 160510-59, 160617-52, 160824-50
- 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:
- CP Medical Inc
- Reason for Recall:
- The tensile strength minimum as directed by USP <881> was not met over the length of the product's shelf life.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- ongoing
Product Information
Full Description:
PGCL [poly (glycolide-co-caprolactone)] Absorbable Suture, Manufacturer CP Medical, Portland OR, Sterile, Product Codes L923, L459, L493, L762, L463, L922, L495, L463, L497, L494, L493
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
Lot Numbers - 150323-04, 150324-04, 150520-10, 150615-01, 150616-08, 150709-01, 151229-64, 160414-69, 160510-59, 160617-52, 160824-50
Distribution:
Nationwide distribution
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: Z-1872-2017
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