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May 2024 recalls

616 recalls were announced in May 2024.

What the numbers show

Critical
13
Severe
129
High
400
Moderate
72
Low
2

Of the 616 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 2% are Critical, 21% are Severe.

Which agencies issued them

601–616 of 616

  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1616-2024·2024-05-01

    Spine Fusion Stimulator Recalled for Damaged Lead Wire Sheath

    The Biomet SpinalPak Spine Fusion Stimulator System is recalled for potential lead wire sheath damage that may prevent delivery of the therapeutic treatment signal. Devices distributed nationwide since May 2023 are affected.

    Product
    Biomet SpinalPak Non-invasive Spine Fusion Stimulator System- Indicated for the treatment of an established nonunion acquired secondary to trauma, excluding vertebrae and all flat bones, Part Number: 1067716
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1623-2024·2024-05-01

    Hip Implant Acetabular Shell Recalled for Manufacturing Defect

    Howmedica Osteonics is recalling TRIDENTII HEMI CLUSTER50D hip implant shells due to excessive deburring that may create a smooth edge, potentially affecting implant fit. Affected units were distributed nationwide and internationally.

    Product
    TRIDENTII HEMI CLUSTER50D- Indicated for use in primary and revision patients at high risk of hip dislocation Catalog Number: 702-11-50D
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1632-2024·2024-05-01

    Hip replacement acetabular shells recalled for deburring defect

    Howmedica is recalling hip replacement acetabular shells that may have excessive deburring, resulting in a smooth surface on the shell edge. The recall affects devices distributed nationwide and internationally.

    Product
    TRIDENTII PSL CLUSTER64H- Indicated for use in primary and revision patients at high risk of hip dislocation Catalog Number: 742-11-64H
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1605-2024·2024-05-01

    Mariner RDX Pedicle Screw Heads Recalled for Intraoperative Cross-Threading Risk

    SeaSpine Orthopedics is recalling Mariner RDX pedicle screw heads because the thin lead-in thread poses a risk of cross-threading within the locking cap/screw head interface during surgery.

    Product
    Mariner RDX Polyaxial Head, REF: MX1-000020; Mariner RDX Extended Polyaxial Head, REF: MX1-000030; Mariner RDX Deformity Head, REF: MX1-000040; Mariner RDX Extended Deformity Head, REF: MX1-000050; Mariner RDX Trauma Head, REF: MX1-000060; Mariner RDX Extended Trauma Head. R
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1634-2024·2024-05-01

    Dialysis Catheters Recalled Due to Missing Heparin Coating

    Certain Palindrome Precision HSI dialysis catheters do not have the heparin coating indicated on the label, which could reduce their protective benefits during dialysis procedures.

    Product
    Palindrome Precision HSI Chronic Catheter Sport Pack 14.5 Fr/Ch (4.8mm) x 19 cm (Symmetrical Tip, Heparin Coating, Silver Ion Sleeve and Tal VenaTrac Stylet- Intended for acute and chronic hemodialysis, apheresis, and infusion. Model Number (CFN): 8888119369P
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0471-2024·2024-05-01

    Prescription respiratory drug recalled for short fill in unit-dose vials

    Cipla USA recalls Ipratropium Bromide and Albuterol Sulfate inhalation solution due to short fill in unit-dose vials. Some vials contain less medication than labeled, affecting dosage.

    Product
    IPRATROPIUM BROMIDE AND ALBUTEROL SULFATE — IPRATROPIUM BROMIDE AND ALBUTEROL SULFATE (IPRATROPIUM BROMIDE AND ALBUTEROL SULFATE)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1619-2024·2024-05-01

    Lead Wire Replacement Parts Recalled for Sheath Damage and Treatment Signal Loss

    EBI, LLC is recalling 594 units of 48-inch lead wire replacement parts (part number 1067724-4) due to sheath damage that prevents therapeutic signals from reaching treatment electrodes.

    Product
    48" Lead Wires, Replacement Part Number: 1067724-4
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-0465-2024·2024-05-01

    FUL-GLO Fluorescein Sodium Ophthalmic Strips Recalled for API Manufacturing Defect

    Nomax Inc recalls FUL-GLO Fluorescein Sodium Ophthalmic Strips (Lot 14776) nationwide due to API manufacturing specification failures. The active ingredient was not manufactured to current USP standards regarding unspecified impurities.

    Product
    FUL-GLO, Fluorescein Sodium Ophthalmic Strips USP 1 mg, 100 sterile strips per carton, Manufactured for: Akorn, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045, NDC 17478-404-01.
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-0466-2024·2024-05-01

    Prescription medication Abilify recalled for cross contamination with other products

    Otsuka America Pharmaceutical is recalling certain lots of Abilify (aripiprazole) 5 mg tablets distributed nationwide due to cross contamination with other products. This is classified as a Class III recall.

    Product
    ABILIFY — ABILIFY (ARIPIPRAZOLE)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-0461-2024·2024-05-01

    Eyewash Solution Recalled for Manufacturing Compliance Deviations

    Honeywell Inc. is recalling FENDALL 2000 PURE FLOW eyewash solution due to Current Good Manufacturing Practice deviations. The recall affects 10,605 cartridges distributed nationwide in the USA and Canada with expiration dates through June 2025.

    Product
    FENDALL 2000 PURE FLOW — FENDALL 2000 PURE FLOW (PURIFIED WATER)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Food)·F-1203-2024·2024-05-01

    PepsiCo Root Beer Mislabeled; Regular Mug Sold as Zero Sugar

    PepsiCo is recalling 2,801 cases of 12-pack Mug root beer that were mislabeled as Mug Zero Sugar but contain regular Mug. The error affects product distributed across six states.

    Product
    12 oz Aluminum cans of root beer packaged 12 cans per carton. 2/12pks per case
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    6 states
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1689-2024·2024-05-01

    Baxter Seprafilm Adhesion Barrier Recalled for Unapproved Distribution

    Baxter Healthcare is recalling Seprafilm Adhesion Barrier units (165 units, Lot DBYSEP046) that were distributed nationwide without FDA approval. Affected units distributed in LA, GA, IN, VA, FL, NY, and CA.

    Product
    Baxter Seprafilm Adhesion Barrier 1 Half Sheet, 5-PK, REF 664103, for use in abdominal and pelvic surgery
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1633-2024·2024-05-01

    3M Durapore Surgical Tape incorrectly labeled with extended shelf life

    Select lots of 3M Durapore Surgical Tape (Catalog Number 1538-118) were labeled with a 5-year shelf life when the actual shelf life is 3 years. The recall affects over 3.5 million rolls distributed worldwide.

    Product
    3M Durapore Surgical Tape, Catalog Number 1538-118
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-0468-2024·2024-05-01

    Prescription Drug Recall: ABILIFY Tablets Due to Cross Contamination

    ABILIFY (aripiprazole) 15 mg tablets from lot AMS00223A are being recalled due to cross contamination with other products. The recall affects packages distributed nationwide.

    Product
    ABILIFY — ABILIFY (ARIPIPRAZOLE)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide

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