Fresenius Kabi recalls sodium acetate injection

Fresenius Kabi USA Monday recalledseven lots of sodium acetate injection after finding particulate matter in sample vials, which could cause infection or other serious adverse events if administered. No adverse events were reported. Hospitals should not use the recalled product, a sodium additive for intravenous fluids.
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