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Oxygen USP (August 22, 2005)

Starting date:
August 22, 2005
Posting date:
October 17, 2005
Type of communication:
Drug Recall
Subcategory:
Drugs
Hazard classification:
Type III
Source of recall:
Health Canada
Issue:
Product Safety
Audience:
General Public, Healthcare Professionals, Hospitals
Identification number:
RA-2005A87

Reason

The company has advised that medical gas cylinders may contain small amounts of extraneous matter (metal iron pellets) which may become lodged in the valve seat of the cylinder.

Depth of distribution

Distributed nationally to area hospitals, institutions, and doctor's offices in each provincial region serviced by these fill plants, including regional Vital Aire branches.

Affected products

Oxygen USP

DIN, NPN, DIN-HIM

DIN 02238755

Dosage form

Gas

Strength

  • 99%

Lot or serial number

AAA054001NN-AAA050816NN

Companies

Recalling Firm
VitalAire Canada Inc.
Plaza 2, 2000 Argentia Road
Mississauga Ontario
Canada L5N 1V8
Marketing Authorization Holder
VitalAire Canada Inc.
Plaza 2, 2000 Argentia Road
Mississauga Ontario
Canada L5N 1V8