Nipro Medical Corporation is initiating a nationwide recall of all GlucoPro Insulin Syringes. This does not include the GlucoPro syringe specific for use with the Amigo Insulin pump. These syringes may have needles that detach from the syringe. If the needle becomes detached from the syringe during use, it can become stuck in the insulin vial, push back into the syringe or remain in the skin after injection.
 
Consumers who have GlucoPro Insulin Syringes should stop using and return them to where-ever they purchased them to get their money back. This recall includes all product codes and lot numbers with expiration dates before Nov 1, 2011. Consumers with questions may contact the company at (305) 599-7174 x249.

This article originally appeared in the February 2010 issue of Kidney Beginnings: The Electronic Newsletter.