FDA recall announcement
Excel® Lactated Ringers recall 2026
(B. Braun) announced a recall of Excel® Lactated Ringers Injection, 1000mL. FDA lists the reason as: Presence of particulate matter identified primarily as cellulose cotton fibers, with individual particles also identified as cellulose wood fiber and polystyrene
Presence of particulate matter identified primarily as cellulose cotton fibers, with individual particles also identified as cellulose wood fiber and polystyrene
- FDA publish date
- August 19, 2026
- Company
- (B. Braun)
- Product
- Excel® Lactated Ringers Injection, 1000mL
- Last checked
- September 23, 2026
- NDC / identifier
- No specific identifier listed in this announcement
- Affected lot(s)
- No specific lot listed for this clarification
What the FDA announcement says
Presence of particulate matter identified primarily as cellulose cotton fibers, with individual particles also identified as cellulose wood fiber and polystyrene
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What to check on the package
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What to do
Do not stop or change a prescribed medication based only on this page. Contact a pharmacist, prescriber, or the recalling company for instructions specific to your product.
Related FDA enforcement records
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Source and limitations
This server-rendered page summarizes an FDA source and the openFDA enforcement snapshot last checked on September 23, 2026. It is not an FDA service and does not provide individual medical advice.