PlainRecalls
FDA Drug Moderate Class II Terminated

Avastin, (0.05 ml, 1.25 mg/0.05ml), single unit dose syringes, Clinical Specialties Compounding Pharmacy, Augusta, GA

Reported: September 4, 2013 Initiated: March 11, 2013 #D-918-2013

Product Description

Avastin, (0.05 ml, 1.25 mg/0.05ml), single unit dose syringes, Clinical Specialties Compounding Pharmacy, Augusta, GA

Reason for Recall

Lack of Assurance of Sterility; product linked to adverse event reports of endophthalimitis eye infections and FDA inspection findings resulted in concerns regarding quality control processes

Details

Units Affected
2190 syringes
Distribution
FL, GA, IN, LA and SC.
Location
Augusta, GA

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Avastin, (0.05 ml, 1.25 mg/0.05ml), single unit dose syringes, Clinical Specialties Compounding Pharmacy, Augusta, GA. Recalled by Clinical Specialties Compounding Pharmacy. Units affected: 2190 syringes.
Why was this product recalled?
Lack of Assurance of Sterility; product linked to adverse event reports of endophthalimitis eye infections and FDA inspection findings resulted in concerns regarding quality control processes
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Drug on September 4, 2013. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: D-918-2013.