Drugs & medical recalls in 2023

1,762 official drugs & medical recalls reported in 2023, from government agencies in the US, Canada, the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Newest first. Search by product, brand or hazard.

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Recalls in 2023

1,762

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Most recalled brands

  1. MEDLINE INDUSTRIES, LP - Northfield24
  2. Philips22
  3. Olympus Corporation of the Americas22
  4. Baxter Healthcare21
  5. Siemens Medical Solutions19
  6. Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics16

Drugs & medical recalls in 2023

  1. 2023-12-29
  2. CA
    Drugs & medicalType II

    Ashwagandha: Foreign matter

    Product quality

    Health CanadaOfficial notice →
  3. 2023-12-27
  4. US
    Drugs & medicalClass II

    Stryker Spine recalls LITe Decompression Snake Arm, REF 48080230

    Product arm was manufactured with the incorrect clamp component. As a result, the affected product arm cannot attach to the arm post shaft.

    FDA · DeviceStryker SpineUS: MD, MI, NM, TX & OUS: Canada & France.Official notice →
  5. US
    Drugs & medicalClass II

    Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics Inc recalls RAPIDPoint 500 Systems Measurement Cartridge (with Lactate) 250-Intended for in vitro diagnostic use and is designed to…

    RAPIDPoint 500 Systems Measurement Cartridges (with lactate) has the potential to affect the Sodium (Na+) sensor to produce a negative bias that could result in serious injury due to a delayed diagnosis of…

    FDA · DeviceSiemens Healthcare Diagnostics IncNationwide with Worldwide Distribution to: Albania Algeria Angola Argentina…Official notice →
  6. US
    Drugs & medicalClass II

    Maquet Medical Systems USA recalls Venous probe connection cable (REF 701069333 and 701048804) used with the Cardiohelp-i System, part numbers 701072780 and 701041802

    Firm received complaints of breaks in the insulation, shielding, or wires of the venous probe connection cable. Fracture of the venous probe cable may influence the management of extracorporeal support. Patient may be…

    FDA · DeviceMaquet Medical Systems USADomestic distribution Nationwide. Foreign distribution to Argentina,…Official notice →
  7. US
    Drugs & medicalClass II

    Abbott Laboratories recalls Abbott CELL-DYN Ruby, Model CD-Ruby, List number 08H67-01, and Abbott CELL-DYN Sapphire, Model CD Sapphire, list number 08H00-01.…

    The devices contain a dry natural rubber (latex) subcomponent, which are not labeled as containing dry natural rubber(latex).

    FDA · DeviceAbbott LaboratoriesDistribution was made to AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA,…Official notice →
  8. US
    Drugs & medicalClass II

    Zeus Scientific, Inc. recalls ZEUS ELISA Parvovirus B19 IgM Test System, Product Number SM9Z7701G

    The organization completed a product improvement process to the conjugate found within the certain ELISA kits. This modification was not reviewed and approved by FDA prior to its implementation.

    FDA · DeviceZeus Scientific, Inc.US States: CA, MA, MI, NJ, NY, TN, UT.Official notice →
  9. US
    Drugs & medicalClass II

    Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics Inc recalls epoc NXS Host Blood Analysis System, Siemens Material Numbers 11413497 (EU), 11413475 (US), 11413506 (CA), 11413517 (MX),…

    Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics Inc. has confirmed a potential issue that could occur under certain conditions, a software problem is causing erroneous results to be printed. When the results are run on the epoc NXS…

    FDA · DeviceSiemens Healthcare Diagnostics IncUS Nationwide. Global Distribution.Official notice →
  10. US
    Drugs & medicalClass III

    Maquet Medical Systems USA recalls CARDIOHELP-i Heart Lung Support System: Blood oxygenation and carbon dioxide removal system used to pump blood through the…

    CARDIOHELP-i System was not properly tested to measure leakage current

    FDA · DeviceMaquet Medical Systems USANationwide-WW Distribution to Argentina, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan,…Official notice →
  11. US
    Drugs & medicalClass II

    Maquet Cardiovascular, LLC recalls Acrobat-i Vacuum Positioner System, Model Number XP-5000Z

    The Positioner Arm may not tighten or lock during normal use.

    FDA · DeviceMaquet Cardiovascular, LLCUS Nationwide. Global Distribution.Official notice →
  12. US
    Drugs & medicalClass II

    Exactech, Inc. recalls AcuMatch Hip System, Catalog Number 142-32-27

    Exactech has received 3 complaints for 4 devices related to a loss of vacuum in the inner-most vacuum bag.

    FDA · DeviceExactech, Inc.US NY, TX, IN, IL, MN, KY, VA, MD, TN, GA, NH, ME, SC, NV, FL, AR and…Official notice →
  13. US
    Drugs & medicalClass II

    Philips North America Llc recalls The device is a whole-body CT x-ray system. The acquired x-ray transmission data is reconstructed by computer into cross-sectional…

    Three software issues affecting incorrect image display, error interpreting patient images due to image reporting, and patient exposure to incorrect image/function during clinical use.

    FDA · DevicePhilips North America LlcDomestic: AL, AR, AZ, CA, FL, GA, HI, IL, IN, KY, LA, MD, ME, MI, MS, NC, NJ,…Official notice →
  14. US
    Drugs & medicalClass II

    Karl Storz Endoscopy recalls Injection Needle, 3 Fr., REF: 27030N; Injection Cannula, 6 Fr., REF: 27182A

    The efficacy of the manual cleaning process cannot be assured for the affected injection needles intended for general surgery and visceral surgery, which if used, may expose the patient to a higher risk of infection.

    FDA · DeviceKarl Storz EndoscopyUS: MI, NH, SC, PA, FL, NY, NC, MS, MO, CA, NJ, IL, NV, OK, CO, OH, WA, WI,…Official notice →
  15. US
    Drugs & medicalClass II

    Biomet, Inc. recalls Biolox Ceramic Option Head Zimmer 12/14 40mm +0, Item Number 00-8777-040-02

    One product complaint was received reporting that there was an incorrect adapter in the packaging. An adapter with neck length M/+0 was inside the product packaging, which should have contained an adapter with neck…

    FDA · DeviceBiomet, Inc.US States: AL, CA, MD, MI, NC, OH, OK, TN, TX. Netherlands.Official notice →
  16. US
    Drugs & medicalClass II

    Olympus Corporation of the Americas recalls ACMI Roller Bar Electrodes bearing incorrect pouch label of ACMI USA Elite System and USA Series Right Angle Cutting Loop…

    Incorrect pouch labels, the contents within the mislabeled pouch were Roller Bar electrodes.

    FDA · DeviceOlympus Corporation of the AmericasUS: AL, FL, GA, KS, LA, MD, MI, NC, NJ, NY, TX, WI & WV and Canada.Official notice →
  17. US
    Drugs & medicalClass II

    Physio-Control, Inc. recalls AC Power Adapter for use with the LIFEPAK 15 Monitor/Defibrillator, REF: 11140-000098

    AC Power Adapter (ACPA) may not charge the monitor/defibrillator batteries and may not allow the monitor/defibrillator to power on while plugged into the ACPA.

    FDA · DevicePhysio-Control, Inc.US Nationwide distribution including in the states of AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO,…Official notice →
  18. US
    Drugs & medicalClass II

    CardioQuip, LLC recalls CardioQuip Modular Cooler-Heater, Model: MCH-1000(m), Power: 115V-60Hz, 16A

    There is the potential that cooler-heater devices may contain bacterial contamination which could result in patient infection.

    FDA · DeviceCardioQuip, LLCUS: California, Texas, Pennsylvania, Washington, Ohio, Nebraska OUS: NoneOfficial notice →
  19. US
  20. US
    Drugs & medicalClass II

    Inpeco S.A. recalls Roche Cobas 8000 and Cobas PRO Interface Module (CO8 IM)- IVD FlexLab Automation System -a modular system designed to automate…

    Firmware of the Interface Module with Roche Cobas 8000 and Cobas PRO (CO8 IM) may lead to a delayed sample tube processing.

    FDA · DeviceInpeco S.A.Worldwide - US Nationwide distribution in the state of MA and the countries of…Official notice →
  21. US
    Drugs & medicalClass II

    PHILIPS MEDICAL SYSTEMS NEDERLAND B.V. recalls Philips Azurion systems with monoplane fixed ceiling mounts: 722078 Azurion 7 M12 722079 Azurion 7 M20 722223 Azurion 7…

    Ceiling mounted L-arm contains a rotation cover that may potentially be susceptible to falling if a collision between the L-arm and other hospital equipment (i.e., an operating light) were to occur result in injury or…

    FDA · DevicePHILIPS MEDICAL SYSTEMS NEDERLAND B.V.Worldwide - US Nationwide and the countries of Albania, Algeria, Argentina,…Official notice →
  22. US
    Drugs & medicalClass I

    Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC recalls Ivenix Infusion System (IIS), Large Volume Pump LVP-0004

    The device may experience mechanical interference on the Fluid Valve pins, which will trigger a Pump Problem alarm. The issue may lead to delay or interruption of therapy. Depending on the therapy and duration of…

    FDA · DeviceFresenius Kabi USA, LLCUS distribution to states of: CA, CO, NJ, UT, and WI.Official notice →
  23. US
    Drugs & medicalClass I

    ResMed Ltd. recalls AirTouch F20 Full Face Mask and User Guide

    Masks non-invasive interface for channeling airflow to patients have magnets that have potential magnetic interference with active medical implants that interact with magnets, and metallic implants/objects containing…

    FDA · DeviceResMed Ltd.US nationwide distribution including Puerto Rico, Guam, and Virgin Islands.…Official notice →
  24. US
    Drugs & medicalClass I

    Nurse Assist, LLC recalls 0.9% Sodium Chloride: Brand Name: Product Name/Product Code: MAC MEDICAL: 10ML FILL SYRINGE/9210; NURSE ASSIST: 3ML IV FLUSH…

    Sodium chloride irrigation USP, and sterile water for irrigation USP, that may be packaged inside kits, have the potential for a lack of sterility assurance, which could result in a nonsterile product, use of which…

    FDA · DeviceNurse Assist, LLCUS Nationwide Distribution: SC AZ, CA, FL, GA, HI, IA, IN, KS, KY, MA, ME, MN,…Official notice →
  25. US
    Drugs & medicalClass I

    Blistex Inc recalls Odor-Eaters Spray Powder, Tolnaftate 1% Antifungal, packaged in a) 4 oz. aerosol cans (UPC 0 41388 0041 2, NDC 10157-4645-1) and b) 5.3…

    Chemical contamination: Presence of benzene

    FDA · DrugBlistex IncNationwide with the USA, Canada and KoreaOfficial notice →
  26. US
    Drugs & medicalClass I

    Noah's Wholesale LLC recalls THE ROCK, Male Sexual Performance Enhancement Capsules, 1200 mg, 1 count blister card, Distributed by Steele Productions: Hallandale, FL…

    Marketed Without an Approved NDA/ANDA: FDA analysis found the product to be tainted with Sildenafil an ingredient found in an FDA approved product for the treatment of male sexual enhancement, making this an unapproved…

    FDA · DrugNoah's Wholesale LLCFlorida, Bahamas, Turks & Caicos IslandsOfficial notice →
  27. US
    Drugs & medicalClass II

    Fagron, Inc recalls NYSTATIN 5BU, Activity (as is): 6482 Units/mg, bulk powder container, Rx Only, For Prescription Compounding, Fagron, Inc. - 2400 Pilot…

    Labeling: Label Error on Declared Strength: Assay value on the label is incorrect.

    FDA · DrugFagron, IncProduct was distributed to 1 distributor and may have further distributed the…Official notice →
  28. US
    Drugs & medicalClass I

    The Harvard Drug Group LLC dba Major Pharmaceuticals and… recalls Phenytoin Oral Suspension, USP, 100 mg/4 mL, packaged in packaged in 4 mL unit dose cups (NDC…

    Failed Content Uniformity Specifications

    FDA · DrugThe Harvard Drug Group LLC dba Major Pharmaceuticals and…Nationwide in the USAOfficial notice →
  29. US
    Drugs & medicalClass II

    Private Label Partners, Inc. recalls Selenium Sulfide 2.25% Shampoo, 180mL bottle, Rx Only, Manufactured for: Bi-Coastal Pharma Int. LLC, Shrewsbury, NJ 07702, NDC…

    CGMP Deviations: Stability data does not support expiry date.

    FDA · DrugPrivate Label Partners, Inc.NJOfficial notice →
  30. US
    Drugs & medicalClass I

    Insight Pharmaceuticals Corporation recalls TING 2% Miconazole Nitrate Athlete's Foot Spray Antifungal Spray Powder, NET WT 4.5 oz (128 g) cans, Distributed by: Insight…

    Chemical Contamination; presence of benzene.

    FDA · DrugInsight Pharmaceuticals CorporationNationwide and Puerto RicoOfficial notice →
  31. CA
  32. CA
    Drugs & medicalType II

    Global Medium

    Performance

    Health CanadaOfficial notice →
  33. CA
    Drugs & medicalType II

    Fixator Pins - Stainless Steel

    Device compatibility

    Health CanadaOfficial notice →
  34. CA
    Drugs & medicalType II

    TFL Fiber Cleaver and Stripper

    Sterility

    Health CanadaOfficial notice →
  35. 2023-12-24
  36. CA
  37. 2023-12-22
  38. CA
    Drugs & medicalType II

    LFS Flat Screen Support Arm Systems

    Performance

    Health CanadaOfficial notice →
  39. CA
    Drugs & medicalType II

    Brightview System

    Performance

    Health CanadaOfficial notice →
  40. CA
    Drugs & medicalType II

    Dual Articulating Head Rest

    Performance

    Health CanadaOfficial notice →
  41. 2023-12-21
  42. CA
    Drugs & medicalType I

    Bleomycin for Injection USP: Glass Particulate

    Product quality

    Health CanadaOfficial notice →
  43. CA
    Drugs & medicalType II

    Privigen: Series of adverse reactions

    Adverse reaction

    Health CanadaOfficial notice →
  44. CA
    Drugs & medicalType II

    Scorpio and Duracon Total Knee Systems

    Performance

    Health CanadaOfficial notice →
  45. CA
    Drugs & medicalType II

    Q-Stress and Xscribe (Version 6 or Higher)

    Performance

    Health CanadaOfficial notice →