Class II U.S. Food and Drug Administration

Medline Neuro Sponges, various dimensions recall: During an internal review, Medline identified higher-than-expected endotoxin

Recall published 6 months ago

During an internal review, Medline identified higher-than-expected endotoxin levels on a representative Medline neuro sponge product, indicating that in-market product may be out-of-specification for endotoxin.

The hazard: Sterility or particulate concern

This recall is about sterility assurance. It does not mean every unit is contaminated — it means the manufacturer cannot demonstrate that none of them is.

What the notice says: During an internal review, Medline identified higher-than-expected endotoxin levels on a representative Medline neuro sponge product, indicating that in-market product may be out-of-specification for endotoxin.

Why it matters: The product was made or packaged in conditions that cannot assure sterility, or visible particles were found in it. For anything injected, infused or used in the eye, that is a direct route for contamination into the body.

Symptoms and when to call a doctor

Watch for fever, chills, pain, redness, swelling or discharge at an injection site, and for a red, painful or suddenly blurred eye after using an eye product. Any of these needs same-day medical attention. Do not wait to see whether it settles, and tell the clinician which product and lot you used so it can be reported against the recall.

This page is general information, not medical advice. If you feel unwell, a clinician who can see you is the only person able to judge your case.

Recall details

Recall number
Z-2008-2026
Published
May 6, 2026
Risk level
Class II
Status
Ongoing
Issued by
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Brand
Medline Industries, LP
Product type
Medical devices
Units affected
4225160 units
Made in
United States
Lot / code info
1. NEUROSPNG02: UDI/DI each 10197344111572, UDI/DI case 20197344111579, ALL LOTS; 2. NEUROSPNG05: UDI/DI each 20080196286659, UDI/DI case 30080196286656, ALL LOTS; 3. NEUROSPNG06: UDI/DI each 20080196286505, UDI/DI case 30080196286502, ALL LOTS; 4. NEUROSPNG07: UDI/DI each 10080196286485, UDI/DI case 40080196286486, ALL LOTS; 5. NEUROSPNG09: UDI/DI each 20080196286536, UDI/DI case 30080196286533, ALL LOTS; 6. NEUROSPNG11: UDI/DI each 20080196286550, UDI/DI case 30080196286557, ALL LOTS; 7. NEUROSPNG13: UDI/DI each 10080196286577, UDI/DI case 40080196286578, ALL LOTS; 8. NEUROSPNG14: UDI/DI each 10080196286584, UDI/DI case 40080196286585, ALL LOTS.
UPC codes
10197344111572, 20197344111579, 20080196286659, 30080196286656, 20080196286505, 30080196286502, 10080196286485, 40080196286486, 20080196286536, 30080196286533, 20080196286550, 30080196286557, 10080196286577, 40080196286578, 10080196286584, 40080196286585

Products covered by this recall

Medline Neuro Sponges, various dimensions, labeled as: 1. Neuro Sponges, Eponges neuro, Neuroesponjas, size 0.25" X 0.25", XR, 10/PK, Medline SKU NEUROSPNG02; 2. Neuro Sponges, Eponges neuro, Neuroesponjas, size 0.5" X 0.5", XR, 10/PK, Medline SKU NEUROSPNG05; 3. Neuro Sponges, Eponges neuro, Neuroesponjas, size 0.5" X 1", XR, LF, 10/PK, Medline SKU NEUROSPNG06; 4. Neuro Sponges, Eponges neuro, Neuroesponjas, size 0.5" X 1.5", XR, LF, 10/PK, Medline SKU NEUROSPNG07; 5. Neuro Sponges, Eponges neuro, Neuroesponjas, size 0.5" X 3", XR, LF, 10/PK, Medline SKU NEUROSPNG09; 6. Neuro Sponges, Eponges neuro, Neuroesponjas, size .75" X .75", XR, LF, 10/PK, Medline SKU NEUROSPNG11; 7. Neuro Sponges, Eponges neuro, Neuroesponjas, size 1" X 1", XR, LF, 10/PK, Medline SKU NEUROSPNG13; 8. Neuro Sponges, Eponges neuro, Neuroesponjas, size 1" X 3", XR, LF, 10/PK, Medline SKU NEUROSPNG14.

Check your product

The notice names 25 codes you can read straight off the package. Type the one printed on yours and the list below narrows to it.

UPC / barcode

Read the twelve digits under the barcode on the package.

  • 10197344111572
  • 20197344111579
  • 20080196286659
  • 30080196286656
  • 20080196286505
  • 30080196286502
  • 10080196286485
  • 40080196286486
  • 20080196286536
  • 30080196286533
  • 20080196286550
  • 30080196286557
  • 10080196286577
  • 40080196286578
  • 10080196286584
  • 40080196286585

Lot or batch code

Usually ink-stamped near the seam, the cap or the bottom of the pack.

  • S. — 4225160 units

Model or item number

On the rating label, the box or the instruction sheet.

  • NEUROSPNG02
  • NEUROSPNG05
  • NEUROSPNG06
  • NEUROSPNG07
  • NEUROSPNG09
  • NEUROSPNG11
  • NEUROSPNG13
  • NEUROSPNG14. — 1. NEUROSPNG02

Codes are lifted verbatim from the FDA — Device enforcement notice. A code that is missing here may still be covered — the official notice is the complete list.

What to do about Sterility

Medline Industries, LP — This recall is about sterility assurance. It does not mean every unit is contaminated — it means the manufacturer cannot demonstrate that none of them is.

  1. Stop using the affected lot and check the lot number on your own carton or vial against the codes listed above.
  2. Call your prescriber or pharmacy today about a replacement from an unaffected lot — do not simply skip doses of a medicine you depend on.
  3. If you are a clinic or pharmacy, quarantine the stock and work it through your usual recall log.
  4. Report any infection or reaction you think the product caused to FDA MedWatch.

Refunds and replacements

With medicines, a replacement supply matters more than cash, and that is what pharmacies are set up to provide.

  • Ask the dispensing pharmacy for a like-for-like replacement from an unaffected lot. This is the fastest route and usually costs nothing.
  • For a mail-order or online pharmacy, use the recall line listed on this page rather than the general support queue.
  • If the recall voided a fill you had already paid for, your insurer will normally authorise a replacement ahead of schedule. Quote the recall number.
  • If you paid out of pocket, ask for a refund of the co-pay or purchase price and keep the receipt the pharmacy issues.

Company contact: Medline Industries, LP — 3 Lakes Dr, Northfield, IL, 60093-2753

The official notice

This page summarises a notice published by U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The agency notice is the authoritative version — read it before you act, and treat it as the final word if anything here looks different.

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Questions people ask about this recall

Why was Medline Industries, LP medical devices recalled?

During an internal review, Medline identified higher-than-expected endotoxin levels on a representative Medline neuro sponge product, indicating that in-market product may be out-of-specification for endotoxin. During an internal review, Medline identified higher-than-expected endotoxin levels on a representative Medline neuro sponge product, indicating that in-market product may be out-of-specification for endotoxin.

How do I know if I have the recalled product?

Match the codes printed on your package against the notice: UPC 10197344111572, 20197344111579, 20080196286659; lot code S. — 4225160 units; model number NEUROSPNG02, NEUROSPNG05, NEUROSPNG06. If the code on your package is not on that list, your unit is outside the recall.

What should I do with it right now?

Stop using the affected lot and check the lot number on your own carton or vial against the codes listed above.

Can I get my money back?

Ask the dispensing pharmacy for a like-for-like replacement from an unaffected lot. This is the fastest route and usually costs nothing.

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