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FDA Drug recall · Reported June 1, 2016

Avastin (Bevacizumab) 1.25 mg/0.05 mL syringe, Office Administration Only, AmEx Pharmacy, 1515 Elizabeth St Suite J, Melbourne, FL 32901.

Non-Sterility: Product tested positive for bacterial contamination.

Recall #
D-0870-2016
Affected scope
836 syringes
Initiated
January 20, 2015
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Pacifico National, Inc. dba AmEx Pharmacy recalled Avastin (Bevacizumab) 1.25 mg/0.05 mL syringe, Office Administration Only, AmEx Pharmacy,… - a critical-severity action.

Avastin (Bevacizumab) 1.25 mg/0.05 mL syringe, Office Administration Only, AmEx Pharmacy,… was recalled by Pacifico National, Inc. dba AmEx Pharmacy in June 1, 2016. Reason: Non-Sterility: Product tested positive for bacterial contamination.. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #D-0870-2016 with the FDA Drug before acting.

The recall

Pacifico National, Inc. dba AmEx Pharmacy issued this critical-severity FDA Drug recall-Non-Sterility: Product tested positive for bacterial contamination..

Critical
severity level
Class I
classification
June 1, 2016
reported

Sourced from official FDA Drug enforcement records. Verify recall #D-0870-2016 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution scope (see Distribution below) directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Where this recall sits in its category - 41,021 medical devices recalls on record

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Where this agency-classified recall sits among FDA Class I/II/III notices

Of 88,244 recalls with an agency hazard classification, 19,068 are high severity, 64,652 moderate, and 4,524 low. A further 16,179 CPSC/NHTSA recalls have no agency class and are excluded from this split. This recall is classified high severity.

Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.

Product description

Avastin (Bevacizumab) 1.25 mg/0.05 mL syringe, Office Administration Only, AmEx Pharmacy, 1515 Elizabeth St Suite J, Melbourne, FL 32901.

Reason for recall

Non-Sterility: Product tested positive for bacterial contamination.

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-0870-2016
Date reported June 1, 2016
Date initiated January 20, 2015
Recalling firm Pacifico National, Inc. dba AmEx Pharmacy
Firm location Melbourne, FL
Affected scope 836 syringes
Distribution Nationwide

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

What to do with this recall

Match your product against the recall record, then act on the agency remedy.

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  • This is a Class I (high-risk) recall, stop using the product immediately and follow the disposal or return instructions. What to do next

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Avastin (Bevacizumab) 1.25 mg/0.05 mL syringe, Office Administration Only, AmEx Pharmacy, 1515 Elizabeth St Suite J, Melbourne, FL 32901.. Recalled by Pacifico National, Inc. dba AmEx Pharmacy. Units affected: 836 syringes.
Why was this product recalled?
Non-Sterility: Product tested positive for bacterial contamination.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Drug on June 1, 2016. Severity: Critical. Recall number: D-0870-2016.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Nationwide.
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.

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