Medline Convenience Kits recalled for quality issues in anesthetic injections
What this means
Medline Convenience Kits containing anesthetic medications (Lidocaine and Bupivacaine injections) were recalled due to quality issues found during an FDA inspection of the supplier. The affected kits are used in medical procedures including central line placement and open heart surgery.
- Check if your facility has any of the affected kit models or lot numbers listed in the recall.
- Do not use kits matching the recalled lot numbers.
- Contact Medline for instructions on return or disposal of affected units.
The agency's original wording
The Medline Convenience Kits contain Arrow Kits and Sets that include Lidocaine Hydrochloride Injection, USP and Bupivacaine Hydrochloride in Dextrose Injection, USP which were recalled due to quality issues identified during a recent FDA inspection of the supplier.
Official notice
https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm?Product=Z-2455-2026More Medline recalls
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