FDA Drug Recalls

Recalls / Class II

Class IID-0080-2025

Product

Venofer (iron sucrose) Injection, USP 100 mg Elemental Iron per 5 mL (20 mg/mL), 5 mL Single-Dose Vials, Rx Only, For Intravenous Use Only, Distributed by: Fresenius Medical Care NA, Waltham, MA 02451, NDC: 49230-534-01 (vial), NDC: 49230-534-25 (25 x 5 mL/vial cartons).

Brand name
Venofer
Generic name
Iron Sucrose
Active ingredient
Iron Sucrose
Route
Intravenous
NDCs
49230-530, 49230-534
FDA application
NDA021135
Affected lot / code info
Lot#s: 4196, Exp 05/31/2026

Why it was recalled

Presence of Particulate Matter: Potential for glass delamination from the vials.

Recalling firm

Firm
American Regent, Inc.
Manufacturer
Fresenius Medical Care Holdings, Inc.
Notification channel
Letter
Type
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Address
5 Ramsey Rd, Shirley, New York 11967-4701

Distribution

Distribution pattern
Nationwide in the USA

Timeline

Recall initiated
2024-11-11
FDA classified
2024-11-29
Posted by FDA
2024-12-11
Status
Ongoing

Source: openFDA Drug Enforcement endpoint. Recall record D-0080-2025. The FDA issues recall classifications as health-hazard assessments, not legal findings; for legal claims consult a licensed attorney.

Class II recall: Venofer · FDA Drug Recalls