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B. Braun Medical Recalls 15,250 PB1500 IV Set Over Backflow Risk (2025)

B. Braun Medical recalled 15,250 PB1500 15-DROP IV SETS distributed worldwide, including the US, Canada, Germany, Guatemala and Singapore. The devices pose a backflow risk from secondary IV containers into primary containers and may fail to prime. Healthcare facilities should stop using the product and follow 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 via gravity or pump systems. This recall covers PB1500 15-DROP SETS used with Infusomat Space large-volume pumps, Outlook pumps, and Vista Basic pumps.

Why This Is Dangerous

Backflow from secondary to primary IV containers and failure to prime could disrupt medication delivery and patient safety.

Industry Context

This recall is not described as part of a broader industry safety pattern in the provided data.

Real-World Impact

Hospitals and clinics may need to identify affected lots quickly, halt use, and coordinate with providers to source replacements, potentially affecting patient treatment workflows.

Practical Guidance

How to identify if yours is affected

  1. Check catalog number 490025 on the device label
  2. Verify Primary UDI-DI 04046964301056 and Unit of Dose UDI-DI 04046964301049
  3. Confirm distribution region includes your facility

Where to find product info

Recall notices are accessible via the FDA enforcement page linked in this article and through the manufacturer’s recall communications

What timeline to expect

Replacement or remediation may take 4-6 weeks in hospital settings

If the manufacturer is unresponsive

  • Document all communications
  • Escalate through hospital procurement and patient safety officers
  • File a complaint with the manufacturer and regulatory bodies if necessary

How to prevent similar issues

  • Implement a vendor recall monitoring process
  • Verify IV set compatibility with all pumps and gravity setups
  • Maintain an up-to-date inventory of infusion sets and ensure rapid replacement options

Documentation advice

Keep the recall letter, serials/UDI data, purchase records, and all correspondence with the manufacturer and regulators.

Product Details

Catalog Number: 490025 Primary UDI-DI: 04046964301056 Unit of Dose UDI-DI: 04046964301049 Expiration: Earliest Expiration of Component or 60 months Sold worldwide: Worldwide distribution including US, Canada, Germany, Guatemala, Singapore Quantity: 15,250 units Product: PB1500 15-DROP IV SET W/2 STOPCOCKS Hazard: Potential for backflow of medication into primary IV containers and inability to prime Recall Date: 2025-10-29 Status: ACTIVE

Reported Incidents

No injuries or incidents have been reported.

Key Facts

  • 15,250 units recalled
  • Catalog Number 490025
  • Primary UDI-DI 04046964301056
  • Unit of Dose UDI-DI 04046964301049
  • Expiration: earliest expiry or 60 months
  • Distribution: worldwide (US, Canada, Germany, Guatemala, Singapore)

Safety Guide

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Safety Assessment

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

Product Details

Model Numbers
490025
04046964301056
04046964301049
Report Date
December 3, 2025
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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