Key Takeaway

Heparin Sodium 5,000 units in 0.9% Sodium Chloride 1000 mL bag (5 units/mL), Rx Only, SCA Pharmaceuticals 755 Rainbow Rd. Windsor, CT 06095, NDC 70004-0650-46 by SCA Pharmaceuticals was recalled on June 16, 2020. The hazard: Subpotent Drug: Out-of-Specification potency results at the 30-day stability timepoint.

FDA Drug Class II Terminated

Heparin Sodium 5,000 units in 0.9% Sodium Chloride 1000 mL bag (5 units/mL), Rx Only, SCA Pharmaceuticals 755 Rainbow Rd. Windsor, CT 06095, NDC 70004-0650-46

Recalled: June 16, 2020 ~333 bags units affected D-1311-2020

Description

Heparin Sodium 5,000 units in 0.9% Sodium Chloride 1000 mL bag (5 units/mL), Rx Only, SCA Pharmaceuticals 755 Rainbow Rd. Windsor, CT 06095, NDC 70004-0650-46

Hazard / Reason

Subpotent Drug: Out-of-Specification potency results at the 30-day stability timepoint.

Class II: Product that may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences.

Class II indicates the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health effects. The probability of serious harm is considered remote.

Products Affected

Heparin Sodium 5,000 units in 0.9% Sodium Chloride 1000 mL bag (5 units/mL), Rx Only, SCA Pharmaceuticals 755 Rainbow Rd. Windsor, CT 06095, NDC 70004-0650-46

Drugs

Company Information

SCA Pharmaceuticals

Little Rock, AR, United States

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Distribution

Product was distributed to hospitals in PA and CA.

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