HIGH

B. Braun Medical IV Administration Sets Recalled for Backflow and Occlusion Risk (490549, 490565)

B. Braun Medical Inc. is recalling 65,232 IV administration sets used with Infusomat Space Large Volume Pump, Outlook Pump and Vista Basic Pump worldwide. The devices pose a risk of backflow from secondary piggyback IV containers into primary IV containers and may fail to prime due to occlusion. Hospitals and healthcare providers should stop using the affected sets immediately and follow the maker

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 medications through gravity or pump-assisted IV systems in clinical settings.

Why This Is Dangerous

Backflow from piggyback to primary IV containers and occlusion can disrupt accurate medication delivery and patient safety.

Industry Context

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

Real-World Impact

Hospitals may experience workflow disruption and potential patient safety risk if affected sets remain in use.

Practical Guidance

How to identify if yours is affected

  1. Check catalog numbers 490549 or 490565 on the device label.
  2. Record Primary UDI-DI 04046955270323 or 04046955275601.
  3. Record Unit of Dose UDI-DI 04046955270316 or 04046955275595.
  4. Verify expiration dates match earliest expiration per component or 36 months.
  5. Confirm device is used with Infusomat Space, Outlook Pump, or Vista Basic Pump.

Where to find product info

Recall notice and FDA enforcement page; manufacturer correspondence will list next steps.

What timeline to expect

Timeline for refunds or replacements is not specified in the recall notice.

If the manufacturer is unresponsive

  • Document all contact attempts with the manufacturer.
  • If unresponsive, file a report with FDA MedWatch or local regulatory authorities.

How to prevent similar issues

  • Verify backflow prevention design when selecting infusion sets.
  • Confirm compatibility with pumps before use.
  • Maintain an inventory of affected catalog numbers to prevent reuse.

Documentation advice

Keep the recall notice, serials, UDIs, and all correspondence with the manufacturer.

Product Details

Catalog Numbers: 490549 and 490565. Primary UDI-DI: 04046955270323 and 04046955275601. Unit of Dose UDI-DI: 04046955270316 and 04046955275595. Expiration: Earliest Expiration of Component or 36 months. Distribution: Worldwide, including US and international distribution to Canada, Germany, Guatemala, and Singapore. Sold through healthcare distributors and hospital systems. Recall date: 2025-10-29. Report date: 2025-12-03. Units recalled: 65,232. Brand: B. Braun Medical Inc.

Reported Incidents

No injuries or incidents have been reported.

Key Facts

  • 65,232 units recalled
  • Catalog numbers 490549 and 490565
  • UDIs: 04046955270323; 04046955275601; Unit of Dose UDIs 04046955270316; 04046955275595
  • Exp: Earliest Exp of Component or 36 months
  • Worldwide distribution including US, Canada, Germany, Guatemala, Singapore
  • Immediate action required: stop use; follow manufacturer instructions

Safety Guide

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

Read: What to Do When You Find a Recalled Product

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Safety Assessment

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

Product Details

Model Numbers
490549
490565
Report Date
December 3, 2025
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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