The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-0071-2018·Announced 2017-11-15

Ace Surgical Recalls Mislabeled Succinylcholine Vials Due to Expiration Date Error

Ace Surgical Supply Co. is recalling 25 vials of Succinylcholine 20 mg/mL due to an incorrect expiration date on the outer poly bag labeling.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II, but the specific hazard is a labeling error (incorrect expiration date) without reported injuries or illnesses, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity voluntary precautionary recall.

Plain-English summary

Ace Surgical Supply Co., Inc. is recalling 25 vials of Succinylcholine 20 MG/ML INJ (QUELICIN), 10 ML Vials. The recall is limited to Lot # 64340EV, with an expiration date of 07/2018 and ACE ITEM # 1671018. The product is distributed throughout the United States.

The recall was initiated because of a labeling error where the expiration date on the outer poly bag was incorrect. This mislabeling could lead to the use of expired medication or confusion regarding the product's shelf life.

Healthcare providers and facilities that have received this specific lot of Succinylcholine should check their inventory for Lot # 64340EV. If the product is found, it should be removed from use and returned to the distributor or the recalling firm, Ace Surgical Supply Co., Inc.

The recalled product

Product
Succinylcholine 20 MG/ML INJ (QUELICIN), 10 ML Vials, Rx only, Distributed by: ACE Surgical Co., Inc., Brockton, MA

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (2)

  • Lot # 64340EV
  • exp 07/2018 ACE ITEM # 1671018

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.

Same manufacturer · Ace Surgical Supply Co., Inc.

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