Discover your next big idea at PACK EXPO Las Vegas
Experience a breakthrough in packaging & processing and transform your business with solutions from 2,300 suppliers spanning all industries. Click to learn more.

Novo Recalls Injectors with Detached Needles

6 lots of GlucaGen HypoKit have been recalled due to faulty injectors that could lead to death for hypoglycemic patients.

Novo's GlucaGen HypoKit / Photo: FiercePharma
Novo's GlucaGen HypoKit / Photo: FiercePharma

A FiercePharma article dated September 12th discussed a potentially fatal error with a drug injector that treats diabetic patients with severe low blood pressure. Denmark-based Novo Nordisk recalled 6 lots of GlucaGen HypoKit after two customer complaints from the U.K. and Portugal claiming syringes containing sterile water had detached needles.

Only 0.006% of kits have been recalled (about 1 in 17,803) and no adverse incidents have been reported, but patients who do receive the affected injectors are at risk of unconsciousness, seizures, and death. The press release that includes the affected batch numbers was issued on September 8th.

2024 PACK EXPO Innovations Reports
Exclusive access: Packaging World editor-curated reports revealing PACK EXPO's most groundbreaking technologies across food, healthcare, and machinery sectors. Each report features truly innovative solutions selected from hundreds of exhibitors by our expert team. Transform your operations with just one click.
Access Now
2024 PACK EXPO Innovations Reports
Researched List: Engineering Services Firms
Looking for engineering services? Our curated list features 100+ companies specializing in civil, process, structural, and electrical engineering. Many also offer construction, design, and architecture services. Download to access company names, markets served, key services, contact information, and more!
Download Now
Researched List: Engineering Services Firms