Key Takeaway

Ketorolac Tromethamine Inj., USP, 30 mg vial, Rx only, Hospira, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045 USA, NDC 0409-3795-01 by Hospira, Inc. was recalled on August 12, 2013. The hazard: Lack of Assurance of Sterility: Either a loose crimp or no crimp was applied to the fliptop vials.

FDA Drug Class II Terminated

Ketorolac Tromethamine Inj., USP, 30 mg vial, Rx only, Hospira, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045 USA, NDC 0409-3795-01

Recalled: August 12, 2013 ~345,800 vials units affected D-926-2013

Description

Ketorolac Tromethamine Inj., USP, 30 mg vial, Rx only, Hospira, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045 USA, NDC 0409-3795-01

Hazard / Reason

Lack of Assurance of Sterility: Either a loose crimp or no crimp was applied to the fliptop vials.

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

Ketorolac Tromethamine Inj., USP, 30 mg vial, Rx only, Hospira, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045 USA, NDC 0409-3795-01

Drugs

Company Information

Hospira, Inc.

Lake Forest, IL, United States

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Distribution

Naitonwide

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