FDA-PR2026-07-24PACKAGING DEFECT

Baxter Cefazolin in Dextrose Injection recalled for cardboard particles in solution

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What this means

Baxter is recalling one lot of Cefazolin in Dextrose Injection (2G/100mL) used to treat bacterial infections because cardboard particles were found in the solution. The affected product was distributed between March and June 2025. No injuries have been reported so far.

  • If your facility has Lot LD175708 (expiration 14-Feb-2027), stop using it immediately.
  • Return all affected units to Baxter according to your facility's procedures.
  • Contact Baxter Healthcare at 888-229-0001 (7 am–6 pm CT, Monday–Friday) for return instructions.
  • Report any adverse events to FDA MedWatch at www.fda.gov/medwatch/report.htm or 1-800-332-1088.

Product photos

Cefazolin in Dextrose Injection USP IV bag with a red circle highlighting the lot number and expiration date
Cefazolin in Dextrose Injection USP IV bag with a red circle highlighting the lot number and expiration date
Close-up of the Cefazolin in Dextrose Injection USP IV bag showing the lot number and expiration date inside a red box.
Close-up of the Cefazolin in Dextrose Injection USP IV bag showing the lot number and expiration date inside a red box.
Cefazolin in Dextrose Injection USP box with a red circle highlighting the lot number and expiration date on the side label.
Cefazolin in Dextrose Injection USP box with a red circle highlighting the lot number and expiration date on the side label.
The agency's original wording
Hazard

July 24, 2026 – DEERFIELD, Ill., Baxter International Inc. (NYSE:BAX) is voluntarily recalling Lot LD175708, Exp 14-Feb 2027 of Cefazolin in Dextrose Injection due to a report of particulate matter found in the solution identified as cardboard.Risk Statement: The use of the defective product has a

Intended for
Adults
Illnesses reported
None reported

Official notice

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/baxter-issues-voluntary-nationwide-recall-cefazolin-dextrose-injection-usp-2g-100ml20mg-ml-single

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