The Recall Desk
CriticalFDA (Drugs)·D-1489-2019·Announced 2019-07-24

Fresenius Kabi Recalls Fluorouracil Injection Due to Glass Particulates

Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC is recalling 14,016 vials of Fluorouracil Injection due to the presence of glass particulates.

What this means for you

Highest-severity recall. Risk of serious injury or death is documented or strongly suspected. Stop using the product now and follow the agency's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The FDA has classified this recall as Class I, which meets the rubric criteria for a Critical severity score.

Plain-English summary

Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC is voluntarily recalling 14,016 vials of Fluorouracil Injection, USP, 5 g / 100 mL (50 mg / mL). The product is a prescription-only intravenous medication manufactured by Fresenius Kabi in Lake Zurich, IL. The recall is being conducted because of the presence of particulate matter, specifically glass particulates, in the vials.

The affected products include Lot 6120420 (NDC 63323-117-61, Product Code 101761) and Lot 6120341 (NDC 63323-117-69, Product Code NP101761). These vials were distributed nationwide in the United States and Puerto Rico. The FDA has classified this recall as Class I, indicating a reasonable probability that use of the product could cause serious adverse health consequences or death.

Healthcare providers and patients should stop using the affected vials immediately. Consumers should contact their healthcare provider or pharmacist for guidance on alternative treatments or further instructions regarding the recalled product.

The recalled product

Product
FLUOROURACIL (FLUOROURACIL)
Brand
FLUOROURACIL
Affected units
14,016

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 (3)

  • Lot 6120420 NDC 63323-117-61
  • Product Code 101761 and Lot 6120341 NDC 63323-117-69
  • Product Code NP101761

UPCs (4)

  • 0363323117610
  • 0363323117511
  • 0363323117696
  • 0363323117597

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

The notice also names 1 state specifically:

Same brand · FLUOROURACIL

Same manufacturer · Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC

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