HIGH

B Braun Medical IV Administration Set Recall 23,160 Units for Backflow Risk in 2025

BBraun Medical recalled 23,160 IV administration sets distributed worldwide, including the US and Canada, after reports of backflow and occlusion risk. The recall involves catalog number 490487 and UDIs 04046955086856 and 04046955086849. Stop using the product immediately and follow manufacturer instructions for recall procedures.

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 are used to deliver fluids and medications via IV lines. They connect to IV bags or containers and may be used with gravity or pump-driven systems.

Why This Is Dangerous

Backflow into primary containers or occlusion can disrupt dosing and advance the risk of medication errors or incomplete infusion.

Industry Context

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

Real-World Impact

The risk is significant for clinical accuracy and patient safety. Hospitals will need to remove affected inventory and coordinate replacements.

Practical Guidance

How to identify if yours is affected

  1. Check catalog number 490487 on the device or packaging.
  2. Check Primary UDI-DI 04046955086856 on the label.
  3. Check Unit of Dose UDI-DI 04046955086849.

Where to find product info

Refer to the FDA enforcement recall page linked in the notice for detailed instructions and refunds.

What timeline to expect

4-8 weeks for refunds or replacements typical.

If the manufacturer is unresponsive

  • Document all attempts to contact the manufacturer.
  • Escalate to hospital supply chain management and file a recall notice with appropriate regulatory bodies if needed.

How to prevent similar issues

  • Verify device compatibility with pumps and IV systems before use.
  • Purchase only from authorized medical suppliers.
  • Regularly review recall notices from FDA and manufacturer communications.

Documentation advice

Keep the recall notice, product packaging, model numbers, UDIs, and all correspondence with the manufacturer for records.

Product Details

Catalog Number: 490487 Primary UDI-DI: 04046955086856 Unit of Dose UDI-DI: 04046955086849 Quantity recalled: 23,160 units Sold worldwide, including US, Canada, Germany, Guatemala, Singapore Recall date: 2025-10-29 Status: ACTIVE Brand: B Braun Medical Product: IV Administration Set used in gravity and pump administration with Infusomat Space Large Volume Pump, Outlook Pump, and Vista Basic Pump

Reported Incidents

No injuries or incidents have been reported.

Key Facts

  • 23,160 units recalled
  • Catalog Number 490487
  • Primary UDI-DI 04046955086856
  • Unit of Dose UDI-DI 04046955086849
  • Global distribution including US, Canada, Germany, Guatemala, Singapore
  • Recall date 2025-10-29

Safety Guide

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Safety Assessment

Risk LevelHIGH
Severity Score
8/ 10
Affected Groups
GENERAL
Injury Types
OTHER

Product Classification

Product Details

Model Numbers
490487
04046955086856
04046955086849
Report Date
December 3, 2025
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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