Lactated Ringers Injection (Baxter) – Metal Particulate (2015)
Class I: A situation in which there is a reasonable probability that the use of, or exposure to, a violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death
Class I recall indicates potential for serious health consequences.
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Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Lactated Ringers Injection, USP, 250mL VIAFELX Plastic bags, Manufactured by Baxter Healthcare Corporation 65 Pitts Station Road Marion, North Carolina 28752-7925 for Baxter Healthcare Corporation 1 Baxter Pkwy Deerfield, IL 60015-4625. NDC 0338-0117-02
Brand
Baxter Healthcare Corp.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Lot #: C964619, C964056 and C964163, Exp 7/31/2016
Products Sold
Lot #: C964619, C964056 and C964163, Exp 7/31/2016
Baxter Healthcare Corp. is recalling Lactated Ringers Injection, USP, 250mL VIAFELX Plastic bags, Manufactured by Baxter Healthcare Corpo due to Presence of Particulate Matter: Products recalled due to presence of particulate matter (metal). 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
Presence of Particulate Matter: Products recalled due to presence of particulate matter (metal)
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 noticeDistribution
As reported by FDA
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Page updated: Jan 7, 2026