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AUDIENCE: Hospital Risk Managers, Pharmacy, Emergency Medicine
ISSUE: Cumberland Pharmaceuticals Inc. recalled 6 lots of Acetadote (acetylcysteine) Injection, 20% solution (200mg/mL) in 30 mL single dose glass vials as a precautionary measure based on observed particulate matter found in a very small number of vials. The source of the particulate matter was from the glass vial produced by a former supplier.
BACKGROUND: Used in the emergency department, Acetadote is administered intravenously within 8 to 10 hours after ingestion of a potentially hepatotoxic quantity of acetaminophen, is indicated to prevent or lessen hepatic injury. This product was distributed to U.S. wholesalers and distributors nationwide, please refer to the firm press release for lot numbers being recalled.
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