Sodium Chloride Injection (B. Braun) – Incorrect Bar Code (2013)
Class II: 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
Class II recall indicates potential for temporary health effects.
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Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
0.45% Sodium Chloride Injection USP, 1000 mL. Rx only, Manufactured by B. Braun Medical Inc, 2525 McGaw Ave, Irvine, CA 92614. NDC 0264-7802-00.
Brand
B. Braun Medical Inc
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Lot No. J3D548, expiry: Oct, 2015
Products Sold
Lot No. J3D548, expiry: Oct, 2015
B. Braun Medical Inc is recalling 0.45% Sodium Chloride Injection USP, 1000 mL. Rx only, Manufactured by B. Braun Medical Inc, 2525 Mc due to Labeling: Wrong Bar Code; Bar code scans as 0.15% Potassium Chloride in 0.9% Sodium Chloride (20 mEq K/liter).. This is a Class I recall, indicating a high risk of serious health consequences. Based on FDA drug enforcement report.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
Labeling: Wrong Bar Code; Bar code scans as 0.15% Potassium Chloride in 0.9% Sodium Chloride (20 mEq K/liter).
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
Consumers should stop using the product and contact the recalling firm, their healthcare provider, or return it to the place of purchase.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) directly.
View official FDA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026