Fentanyl Citrate Injection (Pfizer) – Sterility Concern (2020)
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
Fentanyl Citrate Inj., USP 100 mcg Fentanyl/2 mL (50 mcg/mL) 2 mL Single-dose Fliptop Vials, Rx only, Distributed by Hospira, Inc. Lake Forest, IL 60045 USA NDC 0409-9094-12
Brand
Pfizer Inc.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Lots: Tray lot: 13405DK Vial lot: 13-405 DK Exp. 1JUL2021, Tray lot: 17096DK Vial lot: 17-096-DK Exp. 1NOV2021
Products Sold
Lots: Tray lot: 13405DK Vial lot: 13-405 DK Exp. 1JUL2021, Tray lot: 17096DK Vial lot: 17-096-DK Exp. 1NOV2021
Pfizer Inc. is recalling Fentanyl Citrate Inj., USP 100 mcg Fentanyl/2 mL (50 mcg/mL) 2 mL Single-dose Fliptop Vials, Rx only due to Lack of Assurance of Sterility; potential loose metal overseal crimp defects.. 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; potential loose metal overseal crimp defects.
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