Medline Industries Recalls Anesthesia Artline Packs Due to Potential Packaging Defect
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Medline Industries, LP has initiated a voluntary recall of 120 Anesthesia Artline Packs because included BD ChloraPrep Triple Swabsticks may have compromised packaging seals.
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What Happened
Medline Industries, LP has issued a voluntary recall for specific medical convenience kits following a determination by BD that the BD ChloraPrep Triple Swabsticks contained within the kits may exhibit open seals on their packaging. This defect was identified by the manufacturer, BD, and affects kits distributed nationwide.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall involves 120 kits of the following product:
- Product Name: Medline medical convenience kits (ANESTHESIA ARTLINE PACK)
- Kit SKU: DYNJ47387B
- UDI/DI: 10193489217070
- Lot Number: 25EBJ414
- Recall Number: Z-1326-2026
What You Should Do
Medline Industries, LP is notifying affected customers through multiple channels, including email, fax, letters, and telephone. Healthcare facilities and distributors should immediately check their inventory for Lot Number 25EBJ414. If the affected product is found, users should follow the specific return or disposal instructions provided by Medline Industries. For further inquiries, contact the recalling firm at their Northfield, IL headquarters.
Why This Matters
Open seals on medical applicator packaging can compromise the sterility of the product. Using non-sterile swabsticks during medical procedures poses a potential risk of infection to patients.
Source
This information is based on official reports from the FDA.
Original source: FDA Official Notice ↗
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