All Articles Tagged With: "Particulate Matter"
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Cleviprex Recall Expanded: More Lots Contaminated with Steel Debris
The FDA is expanding a previous Cleviprex recall to include additional lots of the hypertension drug, which are now believed to also be contaminated with stainless steel particles. The particles could reduce blood flow and lead to potentially serious injuries when injected.
Hospira Liposyn and Propofol Recall Due to Particulate Matter from Equipment
Hospira, Inc. has issued a recall for 85 lots of Liposyn, an intravenous nutritional supplement, and 73 lots of the sedative Propofal, as some of the containers may contain particulate matter that entered the drug from stainless steel equipment used during the manufacturing process. The particulate matter could cause a serious and potentially life-threatening [...]
Ketorolac Tromethamine Injection Recall Issued Due to Contamination
The FDA posted a recall notice Wednesday from American Regent, indicating that all lots of Ketorolac Tromethamine, USP 30 mg/mL injections are being recalled due to the risk that they may be contaminated. This poses a serious risk for potentially life-threatening injuries, including blood clots, pulmonary embolism or anaphylactic reactions in some patients. [...]
Safety of Rubber Playground Surfaces from Recycled Tires Reviewed by EPA
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is investigating whether rubber playground surfaces made from recycled tires may release harmful chemicals that could pose a health hazard for young children.
Ammonul Injection Warning Issued by FDA
The FDA and Ucyclyd Pharma, Inc., a fully owned subsidiary of Medicis Pharmaceutical Corp., have issued warnings to hospital emergency doctors, nursing personnel and risk managers advising that Ammonul injection products may include particulate matter that could affect the safety of the drug.
