Half Normal Saline 2000mL (Baptist Health) – sterility issue (2016)
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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According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
1/2 Normal Saline 2000 mL + Sodium Acetate 80 mEq., FOR IV USE ONLY, Baptist Health Medical Towers Pharmacy & Infusion, Little Rock, AR
Brand
Baptist Health Medical Towers Pharmacy and Infusion Services
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
All product remaining within expiry.
Products Sold
All product remaining within expiry.
Baptist Health Medical Towers Pharmacy and Infusion Services is recalling 1/2 Normal Saline 2000 mL + Sodium Acetate 80 mEq., FOR IV USE ONLY, Baptist Health Medical Towers P due to Lack of Sterility Assurance.. 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
Lack of Sterility Assurance.
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.
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Page updated: Jan 7, 2026