This is part of a larger recall. The most authoritative record is FDA-Device / Z-2232-2026.
Medline spinal block trays recalled for bupivacaine quality and efficacy concerns
What this means
Medline distributed spinal block and needle trays containing bupivacaine injection from Huons Co. that was later recalled due to quality problems. The injectable anesthetic had concerns about microbiology testing data integrity and reported efficacy complaints.
- Check the lot number on your spinal block kit against the FDA recall notice.
- Do not use affected kits for spinal procedures.
- Contact your Medline representative or the FDA for instructions on how to return or dispose of affected kits.
The agency's original wording
Medline kits were distributed containing Huons Bupivacaine Hydrochloride in Dextrose Injection, USP, which was subsequently recalled due to quality issues, including microbiology testing data integrity concerns and reported efficacy complaints.
Official notice
https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm?Product=Z-2236-2026More Medline recalls
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