FDA Drug Recalls

Recalls / Class II

Class IID-0303-2023

Product

MEROPENEM (a) 1000MG IN NS 250ML, (b) 2GM IN NS 100ML, (c) 500mg IN NS 125ML, antibiotic, Rx Only, use with home pump or no pump, Sentara Home Infusion Pharmacy Services, 535 Independence Pkwy, Ste 300, Chesapeake, VA 23320

Affected lot / code info
Beyond Use Date: December 24-31, 2022

Why it was recalled

Lack of sterility assurance

Recalling firm

Firm
Sentara Infusion Services
Notification channel
Telephone
Type
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Address
535 Independence Pkwy Ste 300, N/A, Chesapeake, Virginia 23320-5176

Distribution

Quantity
91 bags
Distribution pattern
Dispensed to Patients Nationwide.

Timeline

Recall initiated
2022-12-27
FDA classified
2023-02-15
Posted by FDA
2023-02-22
Terminated
2026-02-20
Status
Terminated

Source: openFDA Drug Enforcement endpoint. Recall record D-0303-2023. The FDA issues recall classifications as health-hazard assessments, not legal findings; for legal claims consult a licensed attorney.