Baxter Healthcare Corporation is recalling approximately 125,496 bottles of Sterile Water for Irrigation (250 mL) because plastic particles from the bottle rim were found floating in the solution. This recall affects single-dose plastic bottles sold under NDC 0338-0004-02. This is a clinical product typically used in hospital or surgical settings, and healthcare providers are advised to stop using the affected lot immediately to avoid potential patient complications.
The presence of plastic particulate matter in a sterile solution can lead to serious health issues if the solution is used during medical procedures. If these particles enter a patient's body, they can cause local inflammation, tissue damage, or blockages in small blood vessels.
Quantity: 125,496 bottles
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