MAGnesium 1gm sulfate, added to D5W 50 mL, Volume 52 mL, sterile single use bag, Compounded by Avella Specialty Pharmacy 24416 N 19th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85085 (877) 794-0404, NDC 42852-901-05.

Recall Insight

This FDA Drug action (record #D-0998-2019) was formally reported on February 20, 2019, with the manufacturer initiating the action on February 8, 2019. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Avella of Deer Valley, Inc. Store 38 is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Phoenix, AZ. Federal records indicate 250 52 mL bags units are affected.

The documented reason for this recall is: Labeling: Incorrect or Missing Lot and/or Exp Date:The product labels contain a Two-Dimensional ( 2D ) barcode that, when scanned, reveals information specific to the batch of the labeled product, including Expiration D… Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Distribution to 13 states: Alabama, Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Idaho, Michigan, Minnesota, North Carolina, New Jersey, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Texas.. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

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