Succinylcholine Chloride Syringe (SSM Health Care) – microbial growth (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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According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Succinylcholine chloride 100 mg in 5 mL syringe, Concentration: 20 mg/mL. This is a compounded injectable drug; Rx only; Hospital/office use only. SSM St. Clare Outsourcing Facility, Fenton, MO --- NDC: 88890-7536-01
Brand
SSM Health Care St. Louis DBA SSM St. Clare Health Center
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Lot, exp: 170620-005, 9/18/2017, 170626-003, 9/24/2017
Products Sold
Lot, exp: 170620-005, 9/18/2017; 170626-003, 9/24/2017
SSM Health Care St. Louis DBA SSM St. Clare Health Center is recalling Succinylcholine chloride 100 mg in 5 mL syringe, Concentration: 20 mg/mL. This is a compounded inje due to Lack of sterility assurance: Microbial growth detected during a routine simulation of the manufacturing process. No batches of distributed product hav. 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 sterility assurance: Microbial growth detected during a routine simulation of the manufacturing process. No batches of distributed product have been identified as actually containing microorganisms.
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.
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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
IN, MO
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