Enoxaparin syringe malfunctions

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Caitlin Wells
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Enoxaparin syringe malfunctions

We have had two recent cases of prefilled enoxaparin 40mg syringes malfunctioning when the safety shield was trying to be activated by the RN. In both cases the needle and plunger shot out of the syringe like a dart. We carry Fresenius Kabi enoxaparin syringes, and it was the same lots number involved in both cases. We have reported to FDA Med Watch and ISMP but wondering if anyone else has experienced something similar recently? Thanks.

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