Key Takeaway

COUMADIN FOR INJECTION (Warfarin Sodium for Injection, USP 5 mg Single-Use Vial Rx Only Distributed by Bristol Meyers Squibb Company, Princeton, NJ 08543 USA NDC 0590-0324-96 by Bristol-Meyers Squibb was recalled on May 12, 2014. The hazard: Presence of Particulate Matter: particulate matter identified as metallic-like and non-metallic cellulose fiber particles found in retain vials

FDA Drug Class I Terminated

COUMADIN FOR INJECTION (Warfarin Sodium for Injection, USP 5 mg Single-Use Vial Rx Only Distributed by Bristol Meyers Squibb Company, Princeton, NJ 08543 USA NDC 0590-0324-96

Recalled: May 12, 2014 ~50,724 Vials units affected D-1595-2014

Description

COUMADIN FOR INJECTION (Warfarin Sodium for Injection, USP 5 mg Single-Use Vial Rx Only Distributed by Bristol Meyers Squibb Company, Princeton, NJ 08543 USA NDC 0590-0324-96

Hazard / Reason

Presence of Particulate Matter: particulate matter identified as metallic-like and non-metallic cellulose fiber particles found in retain vials

Class I: Dangerous or defective product that could cause serious health problems or death.

Class I is the most serious recall classification used by the FDA, indicating a reasonable probability of serious health consequences or death.

Products Affected

COUMADIN FOR INJECTION (Warfarin Sodium for Injection, USP 5 mg Single-Use Vial Rx Only Distributed by Bristol Meyers Squibb Company, Princeton, NJ 08543 USA NDC 0590-0324-96

Drugs

Company Information

Bristol-Meyers Squibb

Princeton, NJ, United States

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Distribution

Nationwide, Canada

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