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B. Braun Medical Recalls 3,120 IV Administration Sets for Infusomat Pumps in 2025

B. Braun Medical recalled 3,120 IV administration sets distributed worldwide to hospitals and clinics. The recall concerns potential backflow of medication from secondary piggyback containers into primary containers and an inability to prime. Hospitals and clinicians should stop using the devices immediately and follow the recall instructions issued by the manufacturer.

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

IV administration sets deliver medication through IV lines in hospitals and clinics. They come in gravity and pump configurations and connect to infusion pumps such as Infusomat Space, Outlook, and Vista Basic.

Why This Is Dangerous

Backflow from secondary piggyback IV containers into primary IV containers can alter dosing. Inability to prime can prevent proper fluid delivery.

Industry Context

This recall is not stated as part of a broader industry pattern.

Real-World Impact

The recall is high risk for patients who rely on precise IV dosing in clinical settings. No injuries reported yet.

Practical Guidance

How to identify if yours is affected

  1. Locate Catalog Number 490489 on the device packaging.
  2. Check Primary UDI-DI 04046955086894 and Unit of Dose UDI-DI 04046955086887.
  3. Confirm pumps matched include Infusomat Space, Outlook, and Vista Basic Pump.

Where to find product info

Identifiers are on packaging labels and the device itself.

What timeline to expect

Refunds or replacements, if offered, typically take 4-8 weeks after processing.

If the manufacturer is unresponsive

  • Escalate to hospital procurement, contact B. Braun Medical, and file with regulatory agencies if needed.
  • Seek guidance from your hospital's risk management department.

How to prevent similar issues

  • Verify target device model and UDIs before purchase.
  • Train staff on identifying recall identifiers.
  • Keep recall letters and update asset records.

Documentation advice

Document recall notification, catalog numbers, UDIs, dates, and communications. Photograph labels.

Product Details

Model numbers: Catalog Number 490489; Primary UDI-DI 04046955086894; Unit of Dose UDI-DI 04046955086887. Sold worldwide, including US distribution and international distribution to Canada, Germany, Guatemala, and Singapore. Sold since unknown. Price unknown.

Reported Incidents

No injuries or incidents have been reported.

Key Facts

  • 3,120 units recalled
  • Catalog Number 490489
  • Primary UDI-DI 04046955086894
  • Unit of Dose UDI-DI 04046955086887
  • Worldwide distribution including US, Canada, Germany, Guatemala, Singapore

Safety Guide

Not sure what to do next? Our guide walks you through the process step by step.

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Safety Assessment

Risk LevelHIGH
Severity Score
7/ 10
Affected Groups
GENERAL
Injury Types
OTHER

Product Details

Model Numbers
Catalog Number: 490489
Primary UDI-DI: 04046955086894
Unit of Dose UDI-DI: 04046955086887
Report Date
December 3, 2025
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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