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Morphine Sulfate, 2 mg per mL (60 mg per 30 mL) 30 mL total volume in a 35 mL Monoject Barrel Syringes in Sodium Chloride 0.9%, Rx only, Contains Sulfites, Compounded Drug, Not for Resale, Hospital/Office Use only, IV use only, NDC 61553-401-44.

Reported: February 17, 2016 Initiated: May 22, 2015 #D-0658-2016 19 Syringes units

Pharmedium Services, LLC issued this FDA Drug recall on February 17, 2016. Classified as Critical severity (Class I). Approximately 19 Syringes units are affected. The recall was issued because: Sub-potent Drug; firm's analysis revealed subpotent result for morphine sulfate assay.. This recall notice is sourced from official FDA Drug enforcement records. Below you will find the complete product description, hazard information, remedy instructions, and related recalls from the same manufacturer or product category.

Recall Insight

This FDA Drug action (record #D-0658-2016) was formally reported on February 17, 2016, with the manufacturer initiating the action on May 22, 2015. It is classified under Critical severity (Class I), with a current status of Terminated. Pharmedium Services, LLC is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Lake Forest, IL. Federal records indicate 19 Syringes units are affected.

The documented reason for this recall is: Sub-potent Drug; firm's analysis revealed subpotent result for morphine sulfate assay. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: WI. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

To put this record in context, PlainRecalls indexes 83,949 recalls across the FDA, CPSC, NHTSA and USDA FSIS going back to 1995. Within the same product category, the database holds 6 closely related recalls, of which 5 were also issued by FDA Drug. That clustering is a signal — repeated actions in a narrow category often indicate a systemic quality-control issue, a supplier-wide contamination, or a design defect that has propagated across product lines. This recall is roughly 10 years old; older recalls can remain relevant because many units enter resale, rental, and secondary-market channels where the original warning never reaches the end user. Always cross-check the recall number against the official agency page before relying on any summary.

Recall Distribution by Severity Class

Severity1Class I (Critical)Class II (Moderate)Class III (Low)
Recall Distribution by Severity Class

Severity

Critical

Units Affected

19 Syringes

Related Recalls

6

5 from same agency

Product Description

Morphine Sulfate, 2 mg per mL (60 mg per 30 mL) 30 mL total volume in a 35 mL Monoject Barrel Syringes in Sodium Chloride 0.9%, Rx only, Contains Sulfites, Compounded Drug, Not for Resale, Hospital/Office Use only, IV use only, NDC 61553-401-44.

Reason for Recall

Sub-potent Drug; firm's analysis revealed subpotent result for morphine sulfate assay.

Details

Recalling Firm
Pharmedium Services, LLC
Units Affected
19 Syringes
Distribution
WI
Location
Lake Forest, IL

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Drug recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Critical (Class I)
Status Terminated
Recall number D-0658-2016
Date reported February 17, 2016
Date initiated May 22, 2015
Recalling firm Pharmedium Services, LLC
Units affected 19 Syringes
Distribution WI

Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Drug enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Scale of Impact

19 Syringes units affected — limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) ✓ This recall
Multi-state (10K – 100K units)
Large-scale (100K – 1M units)
Massive (≥1M units)

Bracket cutoffs follow federal recall-disclosure conventions; bar widths scale linearly within each bracket. Source: PlainRecalls analysis of U.S. Food and Drug Administration filings.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Morphine Sulfate, 2 mg per mL (60 mg per 30 mL) 30 mL total volume in a 35 mL Monoject Barrel Syringes in Sodium Chloride 0.9%, Rx only, Contains Sulfites, Compounded Drug, Not for Resale, Hospital/Office Use only, IV use only, NDC 61553-401-44.. Recalled by Pharmedium Services, LLC. Units affected: 19 Syringes.
Why was this product recalled?
Sub-potent Drug; firm's analysis revealed subpotent result for morphine sulfate assay.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Drug on February 17, 2016. Severity: Critical. Recall number: D-0658-2016.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: WI.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (D-0658-2016) against your product. Visit the official FDA Drug website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
Should I stop using a recalled medication or medical device?
Do not stop using a recalled medication or device without consulting your healthcare provider first, as abruptly discontinuing treatment could pose its own health risks. Your doctor can advise on alternatives or whether the recall applies to your specific product lot. Check the recall number and lot information against your product packaging.

Recall Context

Product recalls are issued when a manufacturer, distributor, or federal agency determines that a product poses a safety risk to consumers. This recall is classified as critical severity, meaning the product carries a reasonable probability of serious adverse health consequences or death. Across PlainRecalls, we track 83,000+ recalls from FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA to help consumers stay informed and act quickly when safety issues arise.

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Data Sources

Data as of 2025. Source: FDA, CPSC, NHTSA, USDA FSIS federal recall databases.

  • Source: FDA — Food and Drug Administration, openFDA Enforcement API (food, drug, and medical device recalls)
  • Source: CPSC — Consumer Product Safety Commission Recalls API (consumer product recalls and hazards)
  • Source: NHTSA — National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Recalls API (vehicle safety recalls)
  • Source: USDA FSIS — Food Safety and Inspection Service (meat, poultry, and egg product recalls)

Recall information is sourced from official federal agency databases. Always verify recall details with the issuing agency for the most current status. This information is for research and awareness purposes only.

All federal data sources used on this page

Source: Federal recall agencies (FDA, CPSC, NHTSA, USDA FSIS) Aggregated multi-agency recall feeds · 2024 Recall data normalized across federal agency feeds; severity classifications follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC, NHTSA, USDA FSIS).