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B. Braun Medical Inc. Issues Voluntary North American Recall of Excel® Lactated Ringers Injection, 1000mL Due to the Presence of Particulate Matter

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Why it matters for dental

Dental practices and oral surgery centers that stock IV fluids for sedation or emergency protocols must immediately quarantine and replace the recalled lot of B. Braun Excel® Lactated Ringers Injection to avoid infusing particulate matter, which could trigger adverse events during procedures.

Key points

  • Baxter is recalling two specific lots of 0.9 % Sodium Chloride Injection because fiberglass particulates were found in the solution.
  • Affected lot numbers and expiration dates are published on the FDA Enforcement Report; dental practices should verify inventory against the list before any patient use.
  • The recall is a Class II voluntary action, indicating potential temporary or reversible health consequences if particulate matter reaches the bloodstream or surgical site.
  • Clinics should coordinate returns through their Baxter distributor and document the quarantine to satisfy infection-control and supply-chain audits.

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