FDA-Drug2026-09-02Class IPROCESSING DEFECT
B. Braun Lactated Ringer's Injection recalled for particulate matter contamination
Nationwide distributionDrugs
What this means
B. Braun Medical has recalled Lactated Ringer's Injection USP in 1000 mL EXCEL containers due to the presence of particulate matter. The affected lot is J4H077 with an expiration date of November 30, 2026. About 23,688 bags were distributed nationwide.
- Check if you have lot J4H077 (expiration 11/30/2026) of B. Braun Lactated Ringer's Injection USP, 1000 mL EXCEL container.
- Do not use affected bags. Contact your supplier or B. Braun Medical for instructions on return or replacement.
- If this product has already been administered to a patient, contact your healthcare provider or poison control immediately.
The agency's original wording
Hazard
Presence of Particulate matter.
Intended for
All ages
Illnesses reported
None reported
Sold states
U.S. Nationwide
Affected count
23,688 bags
Manufactured in
861 Marcon Blvd, N/A, Allentown, PA, United States
Products
Lactated Ringer's Injection USP, 1000 mL EXCEL container, Rx only, L7500, B. Braun Medical, Inc., Bethlehem, PA 18018-3524 USA, NDC 0264-7750-00
Official notice
https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm?Product=D-0832-2026More B. Braun recalls
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