Ketamine Injection 50mg (Hikma) – tamper seal issue (2024)
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
ketamine inj 50 mg per 1 mL, Rx Only, 1 mL fill in a 3mL pre-filled syringe, For IV or IM Use, Hikma Injectables USA Inc., 36 Stults Road, Dayton, NJ 08810, This is a Compounded Drug. Hospital/Office Use Only. NDC 63037-137-25
Brand
Hikma Injectables USA Inc
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Lot number: 242560008D, Use by Date 01/15/2025, 242970002D, Use by Date 02/25/2025
Products Sold
Lot number: 242560008D, Use by Date 01/15/2025; 242970002D, Use by Date 02/25/2025
Hikma Injectables USA Inc is recalling ketamine inj 50 mg per 1 mL, Rx Only, 1 mL fill in a 3mL pre-filled syringe, For IV or IM Use, Hikma due to Lack of Assurance of Sterility: The tamper-evident seal on several of the syringes are not attached upon receipt of shipment.. 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: The tamper-evident seal on several of the syringes are not attached upon receipt of shipment.
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