Recall report: Glass found in Merck antibiotic threatens 22,000 vials
A Merck antibiotic has been recalled after reports of the presence of glass particulate matter, the company announced Tuesday.
One lot of Cubicin will be recalled, which includes about 22,000 vials of the 500mg dose of the intravenously administered drug.
The recall comes after a piece of glass was found in a vial, raising safety concerns.
“Our highest priorities are the health and safety of patients and the quality of our medicines and vaccines,” said Richard Haupt, the VP of vaccines & infectious diseases. “We sincerely regret any inconvenience caused by this recall.”
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