Class II โ€” Potential Health Hazard

Potential health hazard โ€” use of or exposure to this product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.

Lactated Ringer's and 5% Dextrose Injection Recalled by Hospira Inc. Due to Lack of Assurance of Sterility: Potential of punctures...

Date: October 14, 2014
Company: Hospira Inc.
Status: Terminated
Source: FDA (Drug)

What You Should Do

Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.

Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. If you have questions, contact Hospira Inc. directly.

Affected Products

Lactated Ringer's and 5% Dextrose Injection, USP; 1000 mL container, Rx Only, Manufactured by Hospira, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045 NDC 0409-7929-09.

Quantity: 275,448 bags

Why Was This Recalled?

Lack of Assurance of Sterility: Potential of punctures through the overwrap and primary container which may result in IV bag leaks.

Where Was This Sold?

This product was distributed nationwide across all 50 states.

Affected (51 states)Not affected

About Hospira Inc.

Hospira Inc. has 245 total recalls tracked by RecallDetector.

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Data sourced from the FDA (Drug). Last updated March 26, 2026. View original report