Hydromorphone Injection (Hospira) – Silicone Oil Contamination (2017)
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
Hydromorphone Hydrochloride Injection, USP, 500 mg/50 mL (10 mg/mL), 50 mL Single Dose Vial per Carton, 100 vials per case. Hospira, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045 USA, NDC: 0409-2634-50
Brand
HOSPIRA INC, LAKE FOREST
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Lot #: 56260DD, Exp. 01AUG2017
Products Sold
Lot #: 56260DD, Exp. 01AUG2017
HOSPIRA INC, LAKE FOREST is recalling Hydromorphone Hydrochloride Injection, USP, 500 mg/50 mL (10 mg/mL), 50 mL Single Dose Vial per Cart due to Presence of Particulate Matter: Silicone oil. 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: Silicone oil
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