# Major Recall Alert: POTASSIUM CHLORIDE Inj. 20 mEq and 10 mEq Recalled Due to Mislabeling Issue
ICU Medical, Inc. has issued a nationwide recall for POTASSIUM CHLORIDE Injection bags (20 mEq and 10 mEq) after discovering a critical labeling error. Bags containing POTASSIUM CHLORIDE Inj. 20 mEq were found to have incorrect overwrap labels, which erroneously state that they contain POTASSIUM CHLORIDE Inj. 10 mEq. This manufacturing issue could result in incorrect dosing, posing life-threatening risks to patients. Learn more about this urgent recall and ensure your safety.
## Why This Recall is Important
POTASSIUM CHLORIDE Injection is used to treat potassium deficiency when oral therapy is not feasible. Correct dosing is crucial, as errors can lead to serious health complications:
- **Risk of Overdose**: If a healthcare provider calculates the dose based on the mislabeled 10 mEq overwrap, the patient could receive double the intended dose (20 mEq), resulting in a potassium overdose.
- **Serious Health Risks**: Overdoses of potassium chloride may cause:
- Severe hyperkalemia
- Muscle weakness or paralysis
- Confusion and vertigo
- Irregular heart rhythms (cardiac dysrhythmias)
- Cardiac arrest, which can be fatal
This issue is particularly dangerous for:
- Premature infants
- Patients with chronic renal failure
- Patients with a history of cardiac arrhythmias
- Those on potassium-sparing diuretics or parenteral nutrition
Although no adverse events have been reported so far, ICU Medical has acted swiftly to recall the affected product. Protecting patient safety is a top priority.
## Details of the Recall
Here’s what you need to know about this recall:
- **Product Recalls Involved**: POTASSIUM CHLORIDE Inj. 20 mEq and 10 mEq in 100 mL bags
- **Issue**: Incorrect overwrap labels on 20 mEq bags, misidentifying them as 10 mEq
- **Recalled Lot Information**:
- Lot Number: 1023172
- Expiration Date: January 31, 2026
- **Incorrect Overwrap Label Information**: NDC 0990-7074-26, 200 mEq/L POTASSIUM CHLORIDE Inj. 10 mEq
- **Case Information**: NDC 0990-7075-26, Case Pack 1x24 – 100ML 20MEQ POTASSIUM CHLORIDE Injection
ICU Medical has notified distributors and healthcare providers. Affected products should no longer be used or distributed.
For complete details, you can view the official FDA notice [here](https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/icu-medical-issues-nationwide-recall-potassium-chloride-injection-20-meq-and-potassium-chloride).
## What You Should Do
If you have this product in your inventory or custody:
- **Stop Use Immediately**: Do not administer or distribute affected products.
- **Return Recalled Products**: Contact ICU Medical to arrange product returns.
- **Contact a Physician**: If any adverse reactions or symptoms of overdose occur, seek medical advice immediately.
Healthcare providers should report any side effects or quality issues to the FDA’s MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program:
- Online: [FDA MedWatch](https://www.fda.gov/safety/medwatch-fda-safety-information-and-adverse-event-reporting-program)
- By Mail or Fax: Download forms at the MedWatch website
For additional questions, consumers and healthcare providers can contact ICU Medical directly using the information provided in the recall notification.
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**Source**: For official recall details, visit the [FDA website](https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/icu-medical-issues-nationwide-recall-potassium-chloride-injection-20-meq-and-potassium-chloride).