Quick Takeaways:
- Neogen Corporation has issued a voluntary recall of all lots within expiry of Neogen Vet HYCOAT Hyaluronate Sodium Sterile Solution, a product used in dogs, cats, and horses, after microbial contamination was detected in certain batches.
- The recall was triggered after adverse events reported in horses (linked to off-label intraarticular use). As a precaution, both 10 mL and 2 mL vials are being recalled, even though no issues have been reported when used as directed for topical wound management.
- The company is working with the US FDA, advising veterinarians to stop use, quarantine stock, and return affected products, as contamination could pose infection risks, especially in sensitive applications.
Why It Matters?
The recall may temporarily weaken confidence in Neogen’s veterinary portfolio and open space for rival hyaluronate or wound-care products.
It also underscores regulatory and safety scrutiny around off-label use, likely prompting vets to be more cautious with intraarticular applications of topical formulations.
Source: Businesswire | Image: Neogen
