The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1627-2022·Announced 2022-08-31

Medical device swab recall: Fisherbrand SWAB TRANS STUARTS

Mckesson Medical-Surgical initiated a voluntary nationwide recall of Fisherbrand SWAB TRANS STUARTS swabs. The specific reason for the recall is not documented in the FDA notice.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: FDA Class II recall initiated voluntarily by manufacturer with no reported illnesses, injuries, or documented specific hazard. Voluntary precautionary recalls without evidence of harm warrant a Moderate severity rating.

Plain-English summary

Fisherbrand SWAB TRANS STUARTS (Catalog #1490721), distributed by Mckesson Medical-Surgical Inc., was subject to a voluntary nationwide recall initiated on May 25, 2022. The recall was classified as FDA Class II.

The specific reason for the recall is not documented in the available FDA notice. The recall affected 25 boxes of the product, distributed nationwide in the United States.

This was a manufacturer-initiated voluntary recall. Consumers or healthcare facilities in possession of this product should contact Mckesson Medical-Surgical Inc. for further instructions regarding the recall.

The recalled product

Product
FISHER SCIENTIFIC Fisherbrand SWAB TRANS STUARTS DBL 50BX Catalog #1490721
Manufacturer
Mckesson Medical-Surgical Inc. Corporate Office
Category
Medical Device — Diagnostic / Lab Supplies

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (1)

  • Unknown

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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