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Terminated

Atkinson Retrobulbar Anesthesia Needles, 25 gauge 1 1/2". Catalog Number 8065420920. The product is sold in boxes that contain 10 needles each.

FDA Recall Z-1197-2007 · Posted 2007-08-25

Recalling FirmAlcon Research, Ltd
Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeHMX
Date Initiated2007-07-11
Date Terminated2007-08-28
Product Quantity2 boxes

Reason for Recall

Mislabeled: boxes actually contained Tri-Fact needles

Firm Action

The recalling firm telephoned the hospital on 7/11/07 to inform them of the problem and the need to return the product. As a follow up to the telephone call, the recalling firm issued a recall letter via FedEx on 7/11/07. The firm's representative is making arrangements to pick up the recalled product.

Root Cause

Process control

Distribution Pattern

CA.

Official Source

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Source: FDA Enforcement Report / Recall database. Always confirm against the official FDA record.

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