Sodium Chloride Irrigation (Baxter) – Sterility Risk (2019)
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
0.9% Sodium Chloride Irrigation USP 5000 mL bags, Rx Only, Baxter Healthcare Corporation Deerfield, IL 60015, NDC 0338-0047-29
Brand
Baxter Healthcare Corporation
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Lot #: Y309971, Y309971A, Exp. date 6/30/2021
Products Sold
Lot #: Y309971, Y309971A, Exp. date 6/30/2021
Baxter Healthcare Corporation is recalling 0.9% Sodium Chloride Irrigation USP 5000 mL bags, Rx Only, Baxter Healthcare Corporation Deerfield, due to Lack of Assurance of Sterility: Product has the potential to leak.. 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 Assurance of Sterility: Product has the potential to leak.
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 7, 2026