Oxoid Nitrocefin (+ Reconstitution Fluid Batch) REF: SR0112C, Oxoid Ltd. For the rapid chromogenic detection of beta-lactamase activity in bacterial cells. in vitro diagnostic

Class I - Dangerous

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    Lot 1717357 Exp: 31Aug2017
  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:
Remel Inc
Reason for Recall:
Individual bottles of product may produce weak beta-lactamase reactions. Use may result in delayed or false negative reporting.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

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

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

Oxoid Nitrocefin (+ Reconstitution Fluid Batch) REF: SR0112C, Oxoid Ltd. For the rapid chromogenic detection of beta-lactamase activity in bacterial cells. in vitro diagnostic

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

Lot 1717357 Exp: 31Aug2017

Distribution:

Distributed in: US, MO

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-1921-2016

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