The Recall Desk
SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0073-2020·Announced 2019-10-09

KRS Global Biotechnology Recalls Methylcobalamin Vials Due to Sterility Concerns

KRS Global Biotechnology is recalling 1,189 vials of Methylcobalamin injection nationwide due to a lack of assurance of sterility.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II, which corresponds to a Severe rating under the rubric, particularly given the risk of infection associated with non-sterile injectable products.

Plain-English summary

KRS Global Biotechnology, Inc. is recalling 1,189 vials of Methylcobalamin 30 mL Vial-For SC / IM / IV Use, 30 mg / 30 mL (1 mg / mL) Rx Only. The product is identified by NDC 3321674232 and is distributed nationwide. The recall includes all lots remaining within their expiry dates.

The recall was initiated due to a lack of assurance of sterility. This classification indicates that the product may not meet the required sterility standards for injectable medications.

Healthcare providers and patients should stop using the affected product. Consumers should check their inventory for the specific NDC number and contact their healthcare provider or the recalling firm for further instructions on disposal or replacement.

The recalled product

Product
Methylcobalamin 30 mL Vial-For SC / IM / IV Use, 30 mg / 30 mL (1 mg / mL) Rx Only, KRS Global Biotechnology 791 Park of Commerce Blvd, Boca Raton, FL 33487. NDC 3321674232
Affected units
1,189

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 (1)

  • All lots remaining within expiry.

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 80 recalled by KRS Global Biotechnology, Inc under a single FDA (Drugs) recall action. The agency files each product separately, so the size of the action is not visible from this page alone.

See all 80 products in this recall →