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Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC Lidocaine HCl Injection, USP Recall (January 2028)

Announced 2026-07-29 · FDA

Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC is recalling Lidocaine HCl Injection, USP 2%, 5 mL single-dose vials (Rx only) due to the presence of hair particulate matter. The recall covers 181,225 vials distributed nationwide in the United States (Lot 6133801; Exp. Date 01/2028) and is overseen by the FDA.

BrandFresenius Kabi USA, LLC
ProductLidocaine HCl Injection, USP, 2%, 100 mg per 5 mL (20 mg per mL), 25 Single Dose Vials, 5 mL per vial, Rx only, Sterile, Fresenius Kabi, Lake Zurich, IL 60047 NDC Tray: 63323-208-05; NDC Vial: 63323-208-01
ReasonPresence of Particulate Matter: Hair was found in products
Severitymoderate
Units affected92600
DistributionNationwide within in the USA
AgencyFDA
Recall / campaign no.Lot #: 6133801, Exp. Date 01/2028

WHAT YOU SHOULD DO

  1. Do not use any Lidocaine HCl Injection, USP vials from Lot 6133801 with Exp. Date 01/2028.
  2. Contact your pharmacy or healthcare provider to arrange a replacement and obtain return instructions.
  3. If you have used the product, seek medical advice if you have concerns and report any adverse experiences to the FDA.

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