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Microbial Contamination recalls

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

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176–200 of 231

  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0867-2022·2022-05-25

    Milk of Magnesia USP Recalled for Microbial Contamination

    Plastikon Healthcare LLC is recalling Milk of Magnesia USP (2400 mg/30 mL) distributed in Indiana due to microbial contamination in this non-sterile product. The FDA classified this as a Class I recall.

    Product
    MILK OF MAGNESIA USP, (Magnesium Hydroxide), 2400 mg/30 mL, 30 mL cup, packaged in 10 cups per tray, 10 trays per carton, For Institutional Use Only, Distributed by Major Pharmaceuticals, Livonia, MI 48152, NDC 0904-6846-73.
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    0 states
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0869-2022·2022-05-25

    Acetaminophen Oral Solution Recalled Due to Manufacturing Quality Control Failure

    Plastikon Healthcare LLC is recalling Acetaminophen Oral Solution due to failure to properly investigate failed microbial testing. The recall affects 121,800 unit dose cups distributed in Indiana.

    Product
    Acetaminophen Oral Solution, USP 650mg/ 20.3 mL cup, packaged in 10 cups per tray, 10 trays per carton, For Institutional Use Only, Distributed by Major Pharmaceuticals, Livonia, MI 48152, NDC: 0904-6820-76.
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    0 states
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0870-2022·2022-05-25

    Milk of Magnesia Institutional Units Recalled for Manufacturing Quality Deviation

    Plastikon Healthcare LLC is recalling 5,400 unit doses of Milk of Magnesia USP (Lot 20041A, exp. May 2022) due to failure to properly investigate failed microbial testing during manufacturing. The product was distributed in Indiana for further distribution nationwide.

    Product
    MILK OF MAGNESIA USP, (Magnesium Hydroxide), 2400 mg/30 mL, 30 mL cup, packaged in 10 cups per tray, 10 trays per carton, For Institutional Use Only, Distributed by Major Pharmaceuticals, Livonia, MI 48152, NDC 0904-6846-73.
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    0 states
  • ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-0871-2022·2022-05-25

    Antacid Suspension Recalled for Failed Microbial Testing

    Plastikon Healthcare LLC is recalling antacid suspension due to manufacturing quality control failures. The company failed to properly investigate results from microbial testing.

    Product
    Magnesium Hydroxide 1200mg, Aluminum Hydroxide 1200mg, Simethicone 120mg, 30 mL cup, packaged in 10 cups per tray, 10 trays per carton, For Institutional Use Only, Distributed by Major Pharmaceuticals, Livonia, MI 48152, NDC: 0904-6838-73.
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    0 states
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0856-2022·2022-05-18

    SyrSpend SF Suspending Base Recalled for Burkholderia Contamination

    Fagron is recalling SyrSpend SF Suspending Base, Cherry Flavored (NDC 51552-1123-5 and 51552-1123-9) due to contamination with Burkholderia gladioli. This FDA Class I recall affects medication used in compounding.

    Product
    SyrSpend SF Suspending Base, Cherry Flavored, packaged in a) 500mL bottles (NDC 51552-1123-5) and b) 4L bottles (NDC 51552-1123-9), Rx Only, Manufactured for Fagron, Inc., St. Paul, MN 55120.
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1066-2022·2022-05-18

    Flexible Cystoscopes Recalled for Inadequate Disinfection Process

    Karl Storz Flexible Cystoscope units may not be properly disinfected because the disinfection process fails to achieve the expected reduction of microorganisms. All units manufactured since January 2018 are potentially affected.

    Product
    11274BCU1 11274BCUK1 Flexible Cystoscope Z18449US-BD (08-2018)
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    51 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1070-2022·2022-05-18

    Flexible video uretero-renoscopes recalled for inadequate sterilization

    Karl Storz Endoscopy is recalling Flexible Video-Uretero-Renoscope (FLEX-XC) models because they may fail to achieve adequate disinfection, creating potential microbial contamination risk.

    Product
    11278VSA 11278VSAK Flexible Video-Uretero-Renoscope (FLEX-XC) Z23117US-BA (10/2020); 11278VSE 11278VSEK Flexible Video-Uretero-Renoscope (FLEX-XC) Z23117US-BA (10/2020); 11278VSU 11278VSUK Flexible Video-Uretero-Renoscope (FLEX-XC) Z18447US-BC (03/2018); 11278VSUA 11278VSUAK F
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    51 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1063-2022·2022-05-18

    Karl Storz HD Cysto-Urethroscope recalled for disinfection failure

    Karl Storz is recalling HD-VIEW Flexible HD Cysto-Urethroscope models that fail to adequately disinfect during processing, creating a potential infection risk. All units manufactured since January 2018 are affected.

    Product
    11272VH-TL 11272VHK-TL HD-VIEW Flexible HD Cysto-Urethroscope Z23875US-BC (10-2021) 11272VHU-TL 11272VHUK-TL HD-VIEW Flexible HD Cysto-Urethroscope Z23875US-BC (10-2021)
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    51 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1055-2022·2022-05-18

    Flexible Bronchoscope Recalled Due to Inadequate Disinfection Process

    Karl Storz is recalling flexible bronchoscopes due to potential failure of the disinfection process. The devices may not eliminate microorganisms adequately, posing an infection risk to patients.

    Product
    11005BC1 11005BCK1 Flexible Bronchoscope Z21493US-BA (06/2019)
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1062-2022·2022-05-18

    CMOS Video Cysto-Urethroscope Disinfection Failure Puts Patients at Infection Risk

    Karl Storz Endoscopy is recalling CMOS Video Cysto-Urethroscope devices because they fail to achieve adequate microbial reduction during disinfection, creating infection risk.

    Product
    11272V CMOS VIDEO-CYSTO-URETHROSCOPE REV 11272VA 11272VAK CMOS VIDEO-CYSTO-URETHROSCOPE REV; 11272VU 11272VUK CMOS VIDEO-CYSTO-URETHROSCOPE US; 11272VUA 11272VUAK CMOS VIDEO-CYSTO-URETHROSCOPE US
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    51 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1064-2022·2022-05-18

    Karl Storz Flexible Video Urethro Cystoscope Recalled for Inadequate Disinfection

    Karl Storz is recalling multiple Flexible Video Urethro Cystoscope models because they may fail to achieve proper disinfection between procedures, posing a risk of microbial contamination.

    Product
    11272VN 11272VNK Flexible Video Urethro Cystoscope Z18442US-BD (08/2018); 11272VNU 11272VNUK Flexible Video Urethro Cystoscope Z18442US-BD (08/2018)
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    51 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1069-2022·2022-05-18

    Flexible Uretero-Renoscopes Recalled for Inadequate Disinfection

    Karl Storz Endoscopy is recalling Flexible Video-Uretero-Renoscope instruments due to inadequate microbial disinfection. All units manufactured since January 2018 are affected.

    Product
    11278VSA 11278VSAK Flexible Video-Uretero-Renoscope (FLEX-XC) Z23117US-BA (10/2020); 11278VSE 11278VSEK Flexible Video-Uretero-Renoscope (FLEX-XC) Z23117US-BA (10/2020); 11278VSU 11278VSUK Flexible Video-Uretero-Renoscope (FLEX-XC) Z18447US-BC (03/2018); 11278VSUA 11278VSUAK F
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    51 states
  • ModerateFDA (Food)·F-1012-2022·2022-05-04

    Align Digestive De-Stress Capsules Recalled for Failed Microbiological Testing

    The Procter & Gamble Company is recalling Align Digestive De-Stress Capsules due to failure to meet microbiological specifications. Approximately 23,928 cartons were intended for destruction but were redirected for online sale instead.

    Product
    Align Digestive De-Stress Capsules 21ct bottle packaged in paper carton 12 cartons per case
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    0 states
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0743-2022·2022-04-13

    Phenobarbital Sodium Injection Recalled for Sterility Assurance Deviations

    Vitae Enim Vitae Scientific is recalling Phenobarbital Sodium Injection nationally due to deviations from manufacturing practices that compromise sterility assurance on this injectable drug.

    Product
    PHENOBARBITAL SODIUM — PHENOBARBITAL SODIUM (PHENOBARBITAL SODIUM)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0856-2022·2022-04-13

    Oral gel recalled for failed microbial testing

    SA3, LLC is recalling Silatrix Oral Gel Polymerized Sucralfate Gel due to failed microbial testing. Consumers should not use the product and contact their healthcare provider or SA3, LLC.

    Product
    Silatrix Oral Gel Polymerized Sucralfate Gel 10% (1 gm/10 gm
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0729-2022·2022-04-06

    Gonadorelin injectable recalled for lack of sterility assurance

    Drug Depot recalls 1,843 vials of Gonadorelin injectable nationwide due to lack of sterility assurance. Patients should consult their healthcare provider regarding previously dispensed doses.

    Product
    (CA) GONADORELIN (4ML) 0.2 MG/ML INJECTABLE, Packaged in a multi dose 10ML vial, Formula ID136345, APS Pharmacy
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0668-2022·2022-03-30

    Blaine Labs Revitaderm Wound Care Gel Recalled for Bacillus Contamination

    The FDA has recalled Revitaderm Wound Care gel (Benzalkonium Chloride 0.1%) distributed nationwide due to contamination with Bacillus cereus. The affected product was distributed to 45 doctors in 17 states.

    Product
    REVITADERM WOUND CARE — REVITADERM WOUND CARE (BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0664-2022·2022-03-23

    Ketamine 50 mg Infusion Solution Recalled for Lack of Sterility Assurance

    Family Pharmacy of Statesville is recalling three bags of Ketamine 50 mg Infusion Solution because the manufacturer cannot assure sterility of the product.

    Product
    Ketamine 50 mg Infusion (LV 1) Solution in 250 mL bags, Rx only, Family Pharmacy of Statesville, Inc.
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    1 state
  • ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-0559-2022·2022-02-23

    NaturesPlus Glucosamine Joint Cream Recall for Microbial Contamination

    NaturesPlus Advanced Therapeutics Glucosamine Chondroitin MSM Ultra Rx Joint Cream is being recalled due to microbial contamination identified as Pluralibacter gergoviae in a non-sterile product.

    Product
    NaturesPlus Advanced Therapeutics Glucosamine Chondroitin MSM Ultra Rx- Joint Cream, 4 oz tubes, Manufactured for NaturesPlus 548 Broadhollow Road, Melville, NY 11747, USA
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    1 state
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0377-2022·2022-01-26

    SENNA Syrup unit-dose cups recalled for microbial contamination

    Lohxa, LLC is recalling SENNA Syrup (sennosides) 8.8 mg/5 mL unit-dose cups due to microbial contamination of the non-sterile product. The recall affects Lot #AM1115S with expiration date 01/2023, distributed nationwide.

    Product
    SENNA Syrup (sennosides) 8.8 mg/ 5 mL unit-dose cups, packaged in 24 cups per carton, Mfg for: AvKARE, TN 38478, NDC 50262-731-24.
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0375-2022·2022-01-19

    Clobetasol Propionate Ointment Recalled for Microbial Contamination

    Taro Pharmaceuticals is recalling Clobetasol Propionate Ointment USP 0.05% due to the presence of R. Pickettii bacteria in a non-sterile product. The affected lot may have been distributed nationwide through retailers.

    Product
    CLOBETASOL PROPIONATE — CLOBETASOL PROPIONATE (CLOBETASOL PROPIONATE)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0323-2022·2022-01-05

    SterRx Phenylephrine HCl Injection Recalled for Sterility Assurance

    SterRx is recalling PHENYLephrine HCl 40 mg per 250 mL injectable solution nationwide due to lack of assurance of sterility. The recall affects approximately 20,640 bags distributed across the United States.

    Product
    PHENYLephrine HCl, 40 mg per 250 mL, (160 mcg per mL) in 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, Rx Only, SterRx, 141 Idaho Ave., Plattsburgh, NY 12903, NDC 70324-252-01.
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0306-2022·2022-01-05

    Sodium Bicarbonate in 5% Dextrose Injection Recalled for Sterility Assurance

    SterRx is recalling Sodium Bicarbonate in 5% Dextrose Injection nationwide due to lack of assurance of sterility. The recall affects 127,260 bags distributed across the U.S.

    Product
    Sodium Bicarbonate in 5% Dextrose Injection, 150 mEq per 1000 mL (12.6 mg per mL), Rx only, SterRx, 141 Idaho Ave., Plattsburgh, NY 12903, NDC 70324-326-01.
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0313-2022·2022-01-05

    Morphine Sulfate Injection Recalled for Lack of Sterility Assurance

    SterRx is recalling 40 bags of Morphine Sulfate in 5% Dextrose Injection (1 mg per mL) distributed nationwide due to lack of assurance of sterility. The product is subject to contamination risk.

    Product
    Morphine Sulfate in 5% Dextrose Injection, 100 mg per 100 mL (1 mg per mL), Rx only, SterRx, 141 Idaho Ave., Plattsburgh, NY 12903, NDC 70324-452-01.
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide