Drug Recall Enforcement Report Class II voluntary initiated by Hospira, Inc., originally initiated on 08-25-2015 for the product 1% Lidocaine HCl Injection, USP, 10 mg/mL, 30 mL Vial, Single-dose Preservative Free, Rx only, Hospira, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045, USA, NDC 0409-4279-02 The product was recalled due to presence of particulate matter: particulate matter identified as iron oxide, was found embedded in the neck of glass vials.. The product was distributed nationwide and the recall is currently ongoing.
Field Name |
Field Value |
Event ID |
72072 What is the Event ID? A numerical designation assigned by FDA to a specific recall event (used for tracking purposes). |
Recall Number |
D-1815-2015 What is the Recall Number? An alphanumeric designation assigned by FDA to a specific, classified recalled product (used for tracking purposes). |
Recall Classification |
Class II - is a situation in which use of, or exposure to, a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote What is the Recall Classification? Numerical designation (I, II, or III) that is assigned by FDA to a particular product recall that indicates the relative degree of health hazard. For recalls pending classification, the entry will display as "Not Yet Classified". |
Distribution Pattern |
Nationwide What is the Distribution Pattern? General area of initial distribution such as states, countries, or territories. Note that subsequent distribution by the consignees to other parties may not be included. |
Product Description |
1% Lidocaine HCl Injection, USP, 10 mg/mL, 30 mL Vial, Single-dose Preservative Free, Rx only, Hospira, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045, USA, NDC 0409-4279-02 |
Reason For Recall |
Presence of Particulate Matter: particulate matter identified as iron oxide, was found embedded in the neck of glass vials. What is the Reason for Recall? Information describing how the product is defective. |
Product Quantity |
100,200 Vials Product Quantity The amount of product subject to recall. |
Voluntary Mandated |
Voluntary: Firm initiated Voluntary / Mandated Designates that a recall was initiated voluntarily by a firm on its own volition or after being requested to recall by FDA. “Mandatory” designates that a recall was initiated under a mandatory (statutory) recall authority, a court order, or FDA order. |
Report Date |
09-30-2015 |
Recall Initiation Date |
08-25-2015 What is the Recall Initiation Date? The date that the firm first began notifying the public or their consignees of the recall. |
Initial Firm Notification |
Letter Initial Firm Notification of Consignee or Public The method(s) by which the firm initially notified the public or their consignees of a recall. |
Product Type |
Drugs |
Recalling Firm |
Hospira, Inc. |
Code Info |
Lot #: 44-359-DK, Exp 08/01/2016 Code Information A list of all lot and/or serial numbers, product numbers, expiration dates, sell or use by dates, etc., which appear on the product or its labeling. |
Recalled NDC Packages |
0409-4713-12; 0409-4713-26; 0409-4713-02; 0409-4713-72; 0409-4713-62; 0409-4713-75; 0409-4713-65; 0409-4713-42; 0409-4713-25; 0409-4713-32; 0409-4278-16; 0409-4278-01; 0409-4279-16; 0409-4279-02; 0409-4776-10; 0409-4776-01; 0409-4282-11; 0409-4282-25; 0409-4282-01; 0409-4282-12; 0409-4282-02; 0409-4277-16; 0409-4277-01; 0409-4277-17; 0409-4277-02; 0409-4276-16; 0409-4276-01; 0409-4276-17; 0409-4276-02; 0409-4275-16; 0409-4275-01 |
Status |
Ongoing |
Recalled Products
NDC |
Proprietary Name |
Non-Proprietary Name |
Dosage Form |
Route Name |
Company Name |
Product Type |
0409-4275 | Lidocaine Hydrochloride | Lidocaine Hydrochloride | Injection, Solution | Infiltration; Perineural | Hospira, Inc. | Human Prescription Drug |
0409-4276 | Lidocaine Hydrochloride | Lidocaine Hydrochloride | Injection, Solution | Infiltration; Perineural | Hospira, Inc. | Human Prescription Drug |
0409-4277 | Lidocaine Hydrochloride | Lidocaine Hydrochloride | Injection, Solution | Infiltration; Perineural | Hospira, Inc. | Human Prescription Drug |
0409-4278 | Lidocaine Hydrochloride | Lidocaine Hydrochloride | Injection, Solution | Infiltration; Intravenous | Hospira, Inc. | Human Prescription Drug |
0409-4279 | Lidocaine Hydrochloride | Lidocaine Hydrochloride | Injection, Solution | Epidural; Infiltration; Intracaudal; Perineural | Hospira, Inc. | Human Prescription Drug |
0409-4282 | Lidocaine Hydrochloride | Lidocaine Hydrochloride | Injection, Solution | Epidural; Infiltration; Intracaudal; Perineural | Hospira, Inc. | Human Prescription Drug |
0409-4713 | Lidocaine Hydrochloride | Lidocaine Hydrochloride | Injection, Solution | Epidural; Infiltration; Intracaudal; Perineural | Hospira, Inc. | Human Prescription Drug |
0409-4776 | Lidocaine Hydrochloride | Lidocaine Hydrochloride | Injection, Solution | Epidural; Infiltration; Intracaudal; Perineural | Hospira, Inc. | Human Prescription Drug |