McGuff Compounding Pharmacy Services is recalling 146 vials of Lipoic Acid Injection (also known as Alpha Lipoic Acid or Thioctic Acid) after filmy or cloudy particulate matter was found inside a vial. This prescription medication is used as an injectable supplement and was distributed in 30 mL multiple-dose vials. Consumers should check their medication for specific lot numbers and beyond-use dates to ensure they do not have the affected product.
The presence of particulate matter in a sterile injectable drug can cause serious health issues, including inflammation, allergic reactions, or blood vessel blockages (embolisms) if the particles are injected into the bloodstream. No injuries or adverse events have been reported to date for this specific recall.
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