Lactated Ringer's Injection USP, 1000 mL container, Rx only
Recalled by B BRAUN MEDICAL INC
Class I — most serious
There is a reasonable chance that using this product could cause serious health problems or death.
B BRAUN MEDICAL INC has recalled Lactated Ringer's Injection USP, 1000 mL container, Rx only, according to data published by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The recall was reported on May 13, 2026 and was initiated on April 28, 2026. It is classified as a Class I recall, which means there is a reasonable chance that using this product could cause serious health problems or death.
Below is a plain-English summary of what was recalled, why it was recalled, how to tell whether you have the affected product, and what steps you can take. For the complete and most current details, you can view the FDA record linked further down this page.
What was recalled?
This recall covers Lactated Ringer's Injection USP, 1000 mL container, Rx only, with approximately 95,412 containers affected. The company behind the recall is B BRAUN MEDICAL INC, based in Allentown, PA. The FDA describes the product as: “Lactated Ringer's Injection USP, 1000 mL container, Rx only, B. Braun Medical, Inc., Bethlehem, PA 18018-3524 USA, NDC 0264-7750-07.”
Why was Lactated Ringer's Injection USP, 1000 mL container, Rx only recalled?
According to the FDA, the stated reason for the recall is: “Presence of Particulate Matter.” In plain terms, this recall relates to a sterility or contamination concern.
Sterile medicines, such as injectables and eye drops, must be completely free of microorganisms and stray particles. This recall means that sterility could not be assured or that contamination was found or suspected. Using a non-sterile product of this kind can cause infections, which is why these recalls are treated seriously.
What should you do?
If you think you may have bought Lactated Ringer's Injection USP, 1000 mL container, Rx only, compare it against the product description and identifying codes (Lot #:J4P756, J4S843, Exp 5/31/2027) before using it. This recall is currently listed as ongoing.
The general guidance for a matching product is to stop using it and follow the instructions in the official FDA recall notice, which may include a repair, replacement, refund, or safe disposal. When in doubt, contact B BRAUN MEDICAL INC or your local health authority.
About this recall
This recall was distributed in PA. RecallRadar summarizes recall information from public FDA data to make it easier to understand. We are an independent service and are not affiliated with the FDA or any government agency, so please always refer to the official source for the authoritative record — and note the “last synced” date shown on this page, since recall details can change over time.
Full recall details
- Status
- Ongoing
- Date reported
- May 13, 2026
- Recall started
- April 28, 2026
- Distributed in
- PA
What you can do
Check whether any product you have matches the description and codes above. If it does, stop using it and follow the instructions in the official recall notice. When in doubt, contact the company or your local health authority.
Quick answers
Why was Lactated Ringer's Injection USP, 1000 mL container, Rx only recalled?+
According to the FDA: Presence of Particulate Matter.
How serious is this recall?+
Class I — most serious. There is a reasonable chance that using this product could cause serious health problems or death.
What should I do if I have Lactated Ringer's Injection USP, 1000 mL container, Rx only?+
Compare your product against the description and identifying codes on this page. If it matches, stop using it and follow the instructions in the official recall notice — this usually means returning it for a refund or discarding it. When in doubt, contact the company or your local health authority.
Opens the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) data for this recall.
Recall number: D-0540-2026. Information last synced from the FDA on July 6, 2026.