Integra¿ Long Epidural Steroid Injection Needle (Tuohy Needle), 20 gauge x 5 inch. Plastic Hub, Metal Stylet, calibrations (10BX). Integra¿ Long Epidural Steroid Injection Needle (Catalogue #PITRW2050). Peel Pouch. The Integra¿ Long Epidural Steroid Injection Needle is packaged in a labeled and sterilized sealed tyvek / plastic pouch. The sterilized pouches are subsequently packaged in a case of 10 that is labeled, sealed and distributed to customers. Pain management procedure trays contain Tuohy Epidural Injection Needles to administer steroid medication in the epidural space. The needles are also available as an individually packaged single use, sterile device, as was the case with the affected lot in question.

Class I - Dangerous

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    W1404274, W1407165, W1409136, W1410082, W1412056, W1501065, W1501181
  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:
Integra LifeSciences Corp. d.b.a. Integra Pain Management
Reason for Recall:
Integra LifeSciences Corp. d.b.a. Integra Pain Management Announces Voluntary Recall of Tuohy Needles (20 Gauge, 5 inch) due to incorrect packaging (labeled as 18 Gauge, 3. 5 inch).
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

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

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

Integra¿ Long Epidural Steroid Injection Needle (Tuohy Needle), 20 gauge x 5 inch. Plastic Hub, Metal Stylet, calibrations (10BX). Integra¿ Long Epidural Steroid Injection Needle (Catalogue #PITRW2050). Peel Pouch. The Integra¿ Long Epidural Steroid Injection Needle is packaged in a labeled and sterilized sealed tyvek / plastic pouch. The sterilized pouches are subsequently packaged in a case of 10 that is labeled, sealed and distributed to customers. Pain management procedure trays contain Tuohy Epidural Injection Needles to administer steroid medication in the epidural space. The needles are also available as an individually packaged single use, sterile device, as was the case with the affected lot in question.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

W1404274, W1407165, W1409136, W1410082, W1412056, W1501065, W1501181

Official Source

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View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-2056-2015

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