Got a call from Baxter Recall

[jcanavera]

I got a call from Baxter that gave me some concerns.  We got a delivery on Friday of 22 boxes of Green 6 liter bags.  I noticed that 4 of the boxes had an expiration date of March 15, while the rest were September 16.  I know that Baxter is scrambling for supplies and this delivery was our second in two days due to product shortages.  The fact that I had a mix of dates just meant to me that those 4 boxes probably came from a different warehouse or supplier.

The call this morning around 8 asked if we had gotten an order of 22 boxes recently.  I said yes and the person said that they were recalling 4 boxes of fluid and to not use them and they would be picked up next month and replaced.  I looked at the boxes and said, well since these boxes were older, I had them in rotation to be used.  One box was most likely used last night.  I asked if there was anything for me to be worried about and was told no.  So I uneasily put the 3 boxes aside and marked them do not use.  Not a comfortable feeling when you have used a recalled box, and don't know what the problem with the box is.

Anyone get this call today or have experience with these types of situations?

Jack

[amanda100wilson]

Well, if they are out of date that would probably explain the reason.

[jcanavera]

Well, if they are out of date that would probably explain the reason.

Not out of date.  They expire March 2015.  I'm wondering since these 4 cases were odd balls compared to the rest of the order, there might be some question about their storage?  Most of the newer containers I am receiving are with Sept and December 2016 expiration dates.

Jack

[Whamo]

That's a problem.  Most recalls come a little late.