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B Braun Medical Recalls 19,104 IV Administration Sets for Backflow Risk (2025)

B Braun Medical recalls 19,104 IV Administration Sets distributed worldwide, including the United States and international distribution to Canada, Germany, Guatemala, and Singapore. The recall cites backflow of medication from secondary piggyback IV containers into primary IV lines and an inability to prime due to occlusion. The affected catalog number is 490400. Stop using the device and follow a

Quick Facts at a Glance

Recall Date
October 29, 2025
Hazard Level
HIGH
Brand
B Braun Medical
Category
Health & Personal Care
Sold At
Multiple Retailers
At-Risk Groups
GENERAL

Hazard Information

Potential for backflow of medication from secondary (piggyback) IV containers into primary IV containers and the inability to prime (occlusion).

What You Should Do

Patients and healthcare providers should stop using this device immediately. Follow the recall instructions provided by the manufacturer. Contact B Braun Medical Inc or your healthcare provider for instructions. Notification method: Letter

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About This Product

This IV administration set is used in hospitals to deliver medications and fluids. It supports both gravity-driven and pump-assisted infusion with secondary (piggyback) containers.

Why This Is Dangerous

Backflow from secondary to primary IV lines can alter delivery of medications. Occlusion can prevent priming, delaying or altering intended dosing.

Industry Context

This recall is not described as part of a broader industry pattern in the provided information.

Real-World Impact

Hospitals may need to halt uses of affected sets, replace stock, and review infusion protocols to prevent dosing errors.

Practical Guidance

How to identify if yours is affected

  1. Check Catalog Number 490400 on the device or packaging.
  2. Verify Primary UDI-DI 04046964761393.
  3. Verify Unit of Dose UDI-DI 04046964761386.
  4. Confirm distribution and recall status with the facility's risk management.

Where to find product info

Identifiers are printed on the device label and packaging. The recall notice provides catalog and UDI details.

What timeline to expect

Refund or replacement processing may take 4-8 weeks after submission of a claim.

If the manufacturer is unresponsive

  • Document all communications with the manufacturer.
  • File a complaint with the appropriate health authority if necessary.
  • Consult hospital risk management for escalation.

How to prevent similar issues

  • Verify the catalog and UDI codes before use during procurement.
  • Establish recall monitoring with suppliers and distributors.
  • Train clinical staff to stop use of recalled devices immediately.

Documentation advice

Keep the recall notice, purchase records, serial/UDI data, and all correspondence with the manufacturer.

Product Details

Catalog Number: 490400; Primary UDI-DI: 04046964761393; Unit of Dose UDI-DI: 04046964761386; Where sold: Worldwide distribution; US distribution and international distribution to Canada, Germany, Guatemala, and Singapore; When sold: Unknown; Price: Unknown

Reported Incidents

No injuries or incidents have been reported.

Key Facts

  • 19,104 units recalled worldwide
  • Catalog number 490400; Primary UDI-DI 04046964761393; Unit of Dose UDI-DI 04046964761386
  • Hazard: backflow between IV containers and occlusion that affects priming
  • Recall status: ACTIVE as of 2025-12-03

Safety Guide

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Safety Assessment

Risk LevelHIGH
Severity Score
6/ 10
Affected Groups
GENERAL
Injury Types
OTHER

Product Details

Model Numbers
490400
Report Date
December 3, 2025
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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