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FDA Devices recall · Reported July 2, 2014

Abacus 3.1, Pharmacy Calculator Product Usage: Provide pharmacy calculations for automated compounding.

Baxter Corporation is initiating a field correction following an upgrade to ABACUS Software v3.1, when Clinimix 4.25110 is used in an order, the Nutritional Summary and any labels…

Recall #
Z-1847-2014
Affected scope
42
Initiated
May 28, 2014
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Baxter Corporation Englewood recalled Abacus 3.1, Pharmacy Calculator Product Usage: Provide pharmacy calculations for auto… — a moderate-severity action.

Abacus 3.1, Pharmacy Calculator Product Usage: Provide pharmacy calculations for auto… was recalled by Baxter Corporation Englewood in July 2, 2014. Reason: Baxter Corporation is initiating a field correction following an upgrade to ABACUS Software v3.1, when Clinim…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-1847-2014 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Baxter Corporation Englewood issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall — Baxter Corporation is initiating a field correction following an upgrade to ABACUS Software v3.1, when Clinim….

Moderate
severity level
42 units
affected scope
Class II
classification
July 2, 2014
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-1847-2014 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-1847-2014) was formally reported on July 2, 2014, with the manufacturer initiating the action on May 28, 2014. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Baxter Corporation Englewood is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Englewood, CO. Federal records list the affected scope as 42.

The documented reason for this recall is: Baxter Corporation is initiating a field correction following an upgrade to ABACUS Software v3.1, when Clinimix 4.25110 is used in an order, the Nutritional Summary and any labels containing energy information may displ… Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: US Nationwide Distribution and the state of VA.. 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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Where this recall sits in the database

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

42

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

Abacus 3.1, Pharmacy Calculator Product Usage: Provide pharmacy calculations for automated compounding.

Reason for recall

Baxter Corporation is initiating a field correction following an upgrade to ABACUS Software v3.1, when Clinimix 4.25110 is used in an order, the Nutritional Summary and any labels containing energy information may display 1,000 times less protein than is actually present in the solution.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Devices recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Moderate (Class II)
Status Terminated
Recall number Z-1847-2014
Date reported July 2, 2014
Date initiated May 28, 2014
Recalling firm Baxter Corporation Englewood
Firm location Englewood, CO
Affected scope 42
Distribution US Nationwide Distribution and the state of VA.

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

Scale of Impact

42 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.

What to do with this recall

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This page summarizes the official FDA Devices record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Abacus 3.1, Pharmacy Calculator Product Usage: Provide pharmacy calculations for automated compounding.. Recalled by Baxter Corporation Englewood. Units affected: 42.
Why was this product recalled?
Baxter Corporation is initiating a field correction following an upgrade to ABACUS Software v3.1, when Clinimix 4.25110 is used in an order, the Nutritional Summary and any labels containing energy information may display 1,000 times less protein than is actually present in the solution.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on July 2, 2014. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1847-2014.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: US Nationwide Distribution and the state of VA..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-1847-2014) against your product. Visit the official FDA Devices 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.

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Data Sources

Source: FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA federal recall databases. This recall: FDA Devices, reported July 2, 2014.

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