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B. Braun Medical Recalls 7,008 IV Administration Sets for Infusomat Space Pumps (2025)

B. Braun Medical recalls 7,008 IV administration sets sold worldwide, including the United States, Canada, Germany, Guatemala and Singapore. The devices may backflow from secondary to primary IV containers and may fail to prime. Hospitals and patients should stop using the sets 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 to deliver medications and fluids through intravenous therapy. They connect to bags or containers and interfaces with pumps in clinical settings.

Why This Is Dangerous

Backflow from secondary IV containers into primary lines can alter dosing. An occlusion can prevent priming and delivery of medications, risking under- or overdosing.

Industry Context

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

Real-World Impact

The recall affects hospital and patient safety for a critical treatment pathway. No reported injuries yet, but the risk could affect patient care and require replacement stock at facilities.

Practical Guidance

How to identify if yours is affected

  1. Verify Catalog Number 490542 on the device label
  2. Cross-check Primary UDI-DI 04046955270187 and Unit of Dose UDI-DI 04046955270170
  3. Check expiration date: earliest expiration or 36 months shelf life
  4. Review recall notice and instructions from B. Braun Medical

Where to find product info

Recall notice and FDA enforcement page linked in the recall press release

What timeline to expect

Refunds or replacements typically processed within 4-8 weeks after verification

If the manufacturer is unresponsive

  • Document all correspondences with the manufacturer
  • Escalate to hospital risk management or patient safety officer
  • File a complaint with FDA if advised by authorities

How to prevent similar issues

  • Verify device compatibility with existing infusion pumps before purchase
  • Check UDI numbers and catalog numbers during procurement
  • Maintain recall checklists for hospital supply chains

Documentation advice

Keep the recall notice, product packaging, photos of labels, and all communications with the manufacturer for records

Product Details

Catalog Number: 490542. Primary UDI-DI: 04046955270187. Unit of Dose UDI-DI: 04046955270170. Expiration: Earliest Exp of Component or 36 months. Distribution: Worldwide, including US, Canada, Germany, Guatemala, Singapore. Quantity: 7,008 units.

Reported Incidents

No injuries or incidents have been reported.

Key Facts

  • 7,008 units recalled
  • Catalog Number 490542
  • Primary UDI-DI 04046955270187
  • Unit of Dose UDI-DI 04046955270170
  • Earliest Exp of Component or 36 months
  • Worldwide distribution: US, Canada, Germany, Guatemala, Singapore

Safety Guide

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Safety Assessment

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

Product Details

Model Numbers
Catalog Number 490542
Primary UDI-DI 04046955270187
Unit of Dose UDI-DI 04046955270170
Report Date
December 3, 2025
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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