Class I · High risk
Dextrose Injection
Presence of Particulate Matter: particulate matter identified as stainless steel particles in the solution.
Sterile Water for Irrigation
Class II — Moderate risk. May cause temporary or reversible harm; serious harm unlikely.
Why it was recalled
Presence of particulate matter: plastic particles from the bottle rim were observed floating into the solution
Cause type: Particulate / foreign matter
Visible foreign particles - glass, metal, fibers or other material - found in the product. Particles can enter from equipment wear, containers or the process, and are dangerous in injectables. All particulate / foreign matter recalls.
What was recalled
Sterile Water for Irrigation, 250 mL, Single-Dose Plastic Bottle, Rx Only, Baxter Healthcare Corporation Deerfield, IL 60015 NDC: 0338-0004-02.
Affected NDC
0338-0004-02
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Product details
From the FDA NDC directory, for the product code this recall names. Compare with the label on your package.
| Product | Strength | Form & route | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sterile Water Water NDC 00338-0004 |
100 mL/100mL | Irrigant Irrigation |
Baxter Healthcare Corporation | Rx |
- Recalling firm
- Baxter Healthcare Corporation
- Origin
- IL, United States
- Initiated by
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- FDA recall number
- D-0296-2026 · FDA notice
Check, then ask. Class II means harm is possible but usually temporary or reversible. Find the lot number on your package; if it matches, ask your pharmacist about a replacement. Do not simply stop a prescribed medication on your own - the gap can be riskier than the recall.
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