The Recall Desk

Hazard

Medication Error recalls

100 recalls in our database tag this hazard, drawn from FDA, USDA FSIS, CPSC, and NHTSA source notices.

What the numbers show

Total
100
Critical
5
Severe
31
Most recent
2026-04-29

Of the 100 medication error recalls we have scored against our rubric, 5 (5%) are Critical — deaths or serious injuries reported, or the agency’s own highest classification — and 31 (31%) are Severe.

Which agencies issued them

About this hazard tag

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76–100 of 100

  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0814-2016·2016-02-24

    CareFusion Recalls Jadak Barcode Scanners for Pyxis Anesthesia Systems

    CareFusion 303, Inc. is recalling 9,345 Jadak Barcode Scanners used with Pyxis Anesthesia systems because they may transmit incorrect medication information to the dispensing system.

    Product
    Jadak Barcode Scanner, Part No. 350587-32, 350587-41, 351377-32. Product Usage: An accessory for the Pyxis Anesthesia ES system and Pyxis Anesthesia system 4000 stations. The Jadak Barcode Scanner is used to scan medication labels during refill of the Pyxis Anesthesia ES s
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-0586-2016·2016-02-03

    Perrigo Recalls Guaifenesin Liquid Due to Incorrect Dosing Cup Markings

    Perrigo Company PLC is recalling specific lots of Guaifenesin liquid because the included dosing cups have incorrect dose markings.

    Product
    Guaifenesin Grape liquid 100 mg/5 mL, packaged in 4oz. bottles, co-packaged with a dosing cup in a carton and sold under the following: a) H.E.B. Mucus Relief, Children's Guaifenesin, Expectorant, Age 4+, Grape Flavor, Gluten Free, Alcohol Free, 4 FL OZ (118 mL) Bottle, Made for:
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0399-2016·2015-12-16

    Visicu eCareManager Software Recalled for Medication Order Defect

    Visicu, Inc. is recalling 43 units of eCareManager software due to a defect that may cause incorrect medication orders to be displayed and signed.

    Product
    The eCareManager system. Software intended for use in data collection, storage and clinical information management with independent bedside devices, and ancillary systems that are connected either directly or through networks. For use in a hospital environment. eCareManager allo
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    0 states
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-1352-2015·2015-09-02

    Unichem Recalls Hydrochlorothiazide Tablets Due to Foreign Tablet Presence

    Unichem Pharmaceuticals is recalling 4,776 bottles of hydrochlorothiazide 25 mg tablets because a pharmacist found a clopidogrel tablet in one bottle.

    Product
    HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE — HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE (HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1811-2015·2015-06-24

    CareFusion Alaris PC Unit Infusion Pump Software Recall

    CareFusion 303, Inc. is recalling 63 Alaris PC unit model 8015 infusion pumps due to a software defect that may allow infusions to start outside hospital-established limits.

    Product
    Alaris PC unit model 8015, Infusion pump. software version 9.17 Product Usage: The Alaris PC unit is the central programming, monitoring and power supply component for the Alaris System. The software is embedded in the Alaris PC unit.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1628-2015·2015-05-27

    Baxter ABACUS Software Recalled for Potential TPN Formula Loading Errors

    Baxter is recalling ABACUS SE and ME software because it may load incorrect total parenteral nutrition formulas when duplicate order numbers are used.

    Product
    ABACUS SE (Single-Workstation Edition) and ABACUS ME (Multi-Workstation Edition) Product Usage: The ABACUS Software is a Windows-based order entry software application for comprehensive total parenteral nutrition (TPN) calculations and label printing.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-1536-2015·2015-05-06

    Baxter Patient Control Modules Recalled for Potential Malfunction

    Baxter Healthcare is recalling 7,596 Patient Control Modules due to a potential malfunction that could cause medication to flow when it should not.

    Product
    The Patient Control Module (PCM) is used in conjunction with a Baxter infusor as a single use device for the control of intermittent bolus doses of medication based on patient demand.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    1 state
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1451-2015·2015-04-22

    Baxter SIGMA Spectrum Infusion Pump Software Recall for Dose Display Discrepancy

    Baxter is recalling SIGMA Spectrum Infusion Pump software due to a discrepancy between Master Drug Library settings and pump display, which may cause therapy delays or unintended delivery rates.

    Product
    Master Drug Library Software version 8.0, Product Code 35723V080, to be used with SIGMA Spectrum Infusion System (Pump) version 8.0, Product Code 35700BAX2 The SIGMA Spectrum Infusion Pump with Master Drug Library (MDL) is intended to be used for the controlled administratio
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    21 states
  • CriticalFDA (Drugs)·D-1447-2014·2014-07-30

    Oxycodone HCl Oral Concentrate Recalled Due to Incorrect Morphine Labeling

    Shamrock Medical Solutions is recalling Oxycodone HCl Oral Concentrate that was incorrectly labeled as Morphine Sulfate. The product was distributed to Colorado, Massachusetts, Ohio, Texas, and Wyoming.

    Product
    Oxycodone HCl Oral Concentrate, 20 mg/mL, Rx (C-II) Packaged and labeled as Morphine Sulfate 20 mg/mL, Mfg: Lannett Co. Inc., Re-Packaged By: Shamrock Medical Solutions Lewis Center, Ohio, Mfr: Cody Laboratories Inc., Cody, WY NDC 00527-1426-36
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    5 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1567-2014·2014-05-21

    CareFusion Recalls Alaris Pump 8100 Due to Software Delay Issue

    CareFusion is recalling Alaris Pump model 8100 units with specific software versions because a defect may prevent the pump from properly delaying infusions.

    Product
    Alaris Pump model 8100 with software version 9.1.18 and software upgrade kits with "Delay Until" Option and "Multidose" Feature The Alaris Pump module is a large volume infusion pump offered under the Alaris System. The Alaris Pump module will deliver medication and fluids usi
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-1546-2014·2014-05-14

    Alere INRatio2 Test Strips Recalled for Inaccurate INR Results

    Alere San Diego, Inc. is recalling INRatio2 PT/INR Professional Test Strips because they may report inaccurately low INR results, potentially affecting warfarin therapy monitoring.

    Product
    Alere INRatio2 PT/INR Professional Test Strips, Model Number: 99008G2. The Alere INRatio2 PT/INR Monitoring System (Professional Use), consisting of the Monitor and test strip, is used for quantitative determination of international normalized ratio (INR) in fresh, capillary whol
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-1061-2014·2014-02-12

    Teva Recalls Valacyclovir Tablets Due to Potential Foreign Tablet Fragments

    Teva Pharmaceuticals USA is recalling Valacyclovir Hydrochloride 1 g tablets because bottles may contain fragments of Pravastatin tablets.

    Product
    Valacyclovir Hydrochloride Tablets, 1 g, 30 count bottle, Rx only manufactured in Israel by Teva Pharmaceuticals Ind., LTD, Jerusalem, Israel, Manufactured for Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Sellersville, PA. NDC #0093-7259-56
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-981-2014·2014-01-29

    FDA Recalls Bismuth Subsalicylate Tablets Due to Potential Labeling Error

    Aidapak Services, LLC is recalling Bismuth Subsalicylate chewable tablets that may have been mislabeled as Irbesartan. The error could lead to patients taking the wrong medication.

    Product
    BISMUTH SUBSALICYLATE, CHEW Tablet, 262 mg, Over The Counter, Distributed by: AidaPak Service, LLC, NDC 00603023516.
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    4 states
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-923-2014·2014-01-29

    FDA Recalls Levothyroxine Sodium Tablets Due to Potential Labeling Errors

    Aidapak Services is recalling Levothyroxine Sodium 175 mcg tablets because they may have been mislabeled as other medications.

    Product
    LEVOTHYROXINE SODIUM, Tablet, 175 mcg, Rx only, Distributed by: AidaPak Service, LLC, NDC 00527135001.
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    4 states
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-990-2014·2014-01-29

    FDA Recalls Phenobarbital Tablets Due to Potential Pregabalin Labeling Error

    Aidapak Services is recalling Phenobarbital tablets that may be mislabeled as Pregabalin capsules. The error poses a risk of patients receiving the wrong medication.

    Product
    PHENobarbital, Tablet, 64.8 mg, Rx only, Distributed by: AidaPak Service, LLC, NDC 00603516721.
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    4 states
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-779-2014·2014-01-29

    FDA Recalls Potentially Mislabeled Sirolimus Tablets Distributed by Aidapak Services

    Aidapak Services is recalling 1 mg Sirolimus tablets that may be mislabeled as Propranolol or Hydrocortisone. The repacked drugs were distributed in four western states.

    Product
    SIROLIMUS, Tablet, 1 mg, Rx only, Distributed by: AidaPak Service, LLC, NDC 00008104105.
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    4 states
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-482-2014·2014-01-22

    Aidapak Recalls Multivitamin Tablets Due to Potential Label Mixup

    Aidapak Services, LLC is recalling multivitamin tablets that may be mislabeled as lisinopril. The error could lead to patients taking the wrong medication.

    Product
    MULTIVITAMIN/MULTIMINERAL, Tablet, Over The Counter, Distributed by: AidaPak Service, LLC, NDC 00904549213
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    4 states
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-632-2014·2014-01-22

    FDA Recalls Pimozide Tablets Due to Potential Metoprolol Labeling Error

    Aidapak Services is recalling Pimozide 1 mg tablets that may be mislabeled as Metoprolol Tartrate 12.5 mg. The error poses a risk of incorrect medication administration.

    Product
    PIMOZIDE Tablet, 1 mg (1/2 of 2 mg), Rx only, Distributed by: AidaPak Service, LLC, NDC 57844018701
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    4 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0539-2014·2013-12-25

    Baxter ABACUS TPN Calculation Software Recalled for Data Corruption Risk

    Baxter is voluntarily correcting ABACUS TPN software versions 2.0-3.0 because data corruption could cause patients to receive another patient's TPN order.

    Product
    ABACUS TPN Calculation Software, Baxa: 8300-0045 ABACUS CE (Calculator Edition), 8300-0046 ABACUS SE (Single-Workstation Edition), 8300-0047 ABACUS ME (Multi-Workstation Edition) ABACUS is a Windows¿ - based order entry TPN software application for comprehensive calculations a
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-66251-001·2013-10-09

    Watson Recalls Oxycodone and Acetaminophen Tablets Due to Foreign Contamination

    Watson Laboratories is recalling Oxycodone and Acetaminophen Tablets because foreign tablets were found in a sealed bottle.

    Product
    Oxycodone and Acetaminophen Tablets, USP 10 mg/650 mg, CII, 100 Count Bottles, Rx Only, Manufactured by: Watson Laboratories, Inc. Corona, CA 92880 USA, NDC 0591-0825-01
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2164-2013·2013-09-18

    B. Braun Outlook ES Infusion Pumps Recalled for DoseGuard Software Defect

    B. Braun Medical Inc. is expanding a field correction for Outlook ES pumps where a specific key sequence can disable dose limit protection.

    Product
    Outlook ES pump is intended for use with B. Braun Medical Inc. Horizon Pump IV Sets. Used to regulate the flow of primary and secondary fluids when positive pressure is required. The infusion system is capable of delivering fluid from a negative head height (when the IV fluid co
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0070-2013·2012-10-31

    Hospira Symbiq Infusion Pump Recalled for Touchscreen Malfunctions

    Hospira is recalling Symbiq Two Channel Infusers because the touchscreen may fail to respond or register incorrect values, potentially causing medication delivery errors.

    Product
    Symbiq Two Channel Infuser; an Rx medical device infusion pump used to administer I.V. fluids; Hospira, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045 USA, Made in Costa Rica; List Number 16027-01 Device is a general purpose infusion pump designed to deliver fluids, solutions, medications, agent
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0069-2013·2012-10-31

    Hospira Symbiq Infusion Pump Recalled for Touchscreen Malfunction

    Hospira is recalling 19,614 Symbiq One Channel Infusion Pumps because the touchscreen may fail to respond or register incorrect values, potentially leading to medication dosing errors.

    Product
    Symbiq One Channel Infuser; an Rx medical device infusion pump used to administer I.V. fluids; Hospira, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045 USA, Made in Costa Rica; List Number 16026-01 Device is a general purpose infusion pump designed to deliver fluids, solutions, medications, agent
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-1385-2012·2012-06-27

    Physicians Total Care Recalls Morphine Sulfate Extended Release Tablets Due to Labeling Error

    Physicians Total Care is recalling Morphine Sulfate Extended Release tablets because bottles may be mislabeled as Immediate Release or vice versa.

    Product
    Morphine Sulfate Extended Release tablet, 30 mg, 60 tablet bottles, Rx only, Physician Total Care, Inc, Tulsa, Ok 74146-6234, NDC 54868-4033-00
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    1 state