Is this recall still active?

The FDA lists the recall as terminated (closed 06/16/2017). FDA has determined the recall is complete and closed it.

Checked Oct 26, 2026

Class IIDrug recallTerminated

MAGNESIUM CHL recall

Recalled by Medaus, Inc. of Birmingham, AL · FDA report 07/20/2016

Not an official recall notice and may be delayed. Confirm with the manufacturer or the agency.

Class: Class II; Moderate
Status: Terminated; Closed 06/16/2017
Recall started: 05/13/2016
Distribution: Nationwide

Reason for recall

Lack of Assurance of Sterility

Class II: Use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems, or the chance of serious harm is remote.

Recalled product

Product: MAGNESIUM CHL 200MG/ML (PF), In a) 5ML Vials and b) 10ML Vials, MEDAUS PHARMACY
Lot and code info: a) Lot #: 160203-19, BUD: 08/01/16; Lot #: 160222-60, BUD: 08/20/16. b) Lot #: 160203-19, BUD: 08/01/16; Lot #: 160222-60, BUD: 08/20/16.
Quantity: 5000 mL in Vials
Recall number: D-1211-216
Event ID: 74466
Initiated by: Voluntary: Firm initiated

Where it was distributed

U.S. Nationwide, Japan, and New Zealand.

Nationwide

Recall timeline

05/13/2016Firm started the recall
07/08/2016FDA classified it as Class II
07/20/2016Published in the FDA enforcement report
06/16/2017FDA closed (terminated) the recall

All products in this recall

88 products under event 74466

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Frequently asked questions

Why was MAGNESIUM CHL recalled?: Lack of Assurance of Sterility
What does Class II mean?: Class II is FDA's moderate recall category: use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems, or the chance of serious harm is remote.
Where was the recalled product sold?: U.S. Nationwide, Japan, and New Zealand.
Is this recall still active?: The FDA lists the recall as terminated (closed 06/16/2017). FDA has determined the recall is complete and closed it.

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration, openFDA enforcement report · Last updated 07/20/2016 · Do not rely on openFDA to make decisions regarding medical care

Recall at a glance

Class: Class II
Status: Terminated
Type: Drug
Reported: 07/20/2016

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What recall classes mean

Class IMost serious: A reasonable chance that using or being exposed to the product will cause serious health problems or death.
Class IIModerate: Use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems, or the chance of serious harm is remote.
Class IIILow risk: Use of or exposure to the product is not likely to cause adverse health consequences.

Classes are assigned by the FDA based on the health hazard.

If you have a recalled product

Stop using or eating it. Check the lot number, UPC or date code against the recall.
Return it to the store or follow the firm's instructions for a refund, repair or disposal.
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Report problems to the FDA through MedWatch or to the CPSC at SaferProducts.gov.

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