FDA-Drug2026-07-29Class IIPROCESSING DEFECT

Fresenius Kabi Xylocaine lidocaine injection recalled for hair contamination

Nationwide distribution

Fresenius Kabi Xylocaine recalled for particulate matter contamination

Hair was found in Xylocaine (lidocaine HCl Injection, USP) 1% vials distributed nationwide. The affected product is Lot #6133986 with expiration date 02/2029. No injuries have been reported.

  • Check your facility's inventory for Lot #6133986 (expiration 02/2029)
  • Do not use affected vials; quarantine and return to Fresenius Kabi
  • Contact Fresenius Kabi or the FDA if you have questions
Hazard

Presence of Particulate Matter: Hair was found in products

Sold states
Nationwide within in the USA
Affected count
37,250 vials
Manufactured in
3 Corporate Dr, N/A, Lake Zurich, IL, United States
Products
Xylocaine (lidocaine HCl Injection, USP), 1%, 500 mg per 50 mL (10 mg per mL), 25 Multiple-Dose Vials, 50 mL, Rx only, Sterile, Fresenius Kabi, Lake Zurich, IL 60047 NDC Tray: 63323-485-57; NDC Vial: 63323-485-03

Official notice

https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm?Product=D-0729-2026

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