In total, 11 lots of three different products have been recalled because of silicone found in retained samples.
Exela Pharma Sciences is recalling several products because of the presence of silicone found in retained samples. Injection with the presence of particulates such as silicone can cause irritation and swelling. If it reaches blood vessels it can travel to various organs and block blood vessels in the heart, lungs or brain, which can cause stroke and even lead to death. Exela has not received any reports of adverse events related to this recall.
The products recalled include:
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