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
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
- Check Catalog Number 490400 on the device or packaging.
- Verify Primary UDI-DI 04046964761393.
- Verify Unit of Dose UDI-DI 04046964761386.
- 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.