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B. Braun Medical Inc. IV Administration Set Recall for 1,080 Units in 2025 recall

B. Braun Medical Inc. recalls 1,080 IV Administration Sets used with Infusomat Space, Outlook, and Vista Basic pumps. The recall addresses backflow from secondary piggyback containers into primary IV containers and an inability to prime (occlusion). Health care providers and patients should stop using the devices immediately and follow the manufacturer’s recall instructions.

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 in clinical settings to deliver fluids and medications through IV lines. They can be connected to secondary piggyback containers or primary IV lines.

Why This Is Dangerous

Backflow can contaminate or alter medication delivery. An occlusion can prevent accurate priming, affecting dose delivery and flow.

Industry Context

This recall is not part of a broader industry pattern.

Real-World Impact

Hospitals and clinics may need to halt use of affected sets, which could disrupt patient care and require reallocation of supplies.

Practical Guidance

How to identify if yours is affected

  1. Identify Catalog Number 490519 on the packaging or accompanying documentation.
  2. Match UDIs 04046955185238 (Primary) and 04046955186549 (Unit of Dose) to product in inventory.
  3. Check distribution notes for US, Canada, Germany, Guatemala, and Singapore.

Where to find product info

FDA recall page: https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/enforcement/enforce_rpt-Product-Tabs.cfm?recall_number=Z-0672-2026

What timeline to expect

Not specified in recall notice. Follow manufacturer instructions for replacement or remediation.

If the manufacturer is unresponsive

  • Escalate to hospital risk management or procurement.
  • File a report with the FDA recall system if the manufacturer is unresponsive.

How to prevent similar issues

  • Implement a process to verify catalog numbers and UDIs before use or stocking.
  • Train staff on recognizing recall notices and executing stop-use directives.
  • Maintain an up-to-date inventory of IV administration sets and segregate recalled items.

Documentation advice

Keep a copy of the recall notice, record all communications with the manufacturer, and preserve affected product packaging for audit.

Product Details

Model numbers and identifiers: Catalog Number 490519; Primary UDI-DI 04046955185238; Unit of Dose UDI-DI 04046955186549. Expiration: earliest expiration of component or 36 months. Sold worldwide, including US, Canada, Germany, Guatemala, and Singapore. Quantity: 1,080 units. Distribution: Worldwide distribution.

Reported Incidents

No injuries or incidents have been reported.

Key Facts

  • 1,080 units recalled
  • Catalog Number 490519
  • UDI-DI primary 04046955185238
  • Unit of Dose UDI-DI 04046955186549
  • Distributed worldwide (US, Canada, Germany, Guatemala, Singapore)
  • Hazard: backflow and occlusion

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
490519
04046955185238
04046955186549
Report Date
December 3, 2025
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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