HIGH

B Braun Medical IV Administration Set Recall for 4,488 Units in 2025

B Braun Medical recalled 4,488 IV administration sets distributed worldwide, including the United States, Canada, Germany, Guatemala and Singapore. The devices risk backflow from secondary (piggyback) IV containers into primary containers and may be unable to prime due to occlusion. Healthcare facilities and patients should stop using immediately and follow recall instructions from 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 connect IV bags or bottles to patients and include tubing and a pump-compatible interface. This product is used in gravity and pump-assisted administration.

Why This Is Dangerous

Backflow can send medication from a piggyback line into the primary line, and occlusion can prevent proper priming of the line, potentially delivering an incorrect dose or compromising sterility.

Industry Context

This recall is not part of a broader industry pattern.

Real-World Impact

Hospitals and clinics using these sets may face supply interruptions and protocol changes. The recall emphasizes patient safety and proper line priming.

Practical Guidance

How to identify if yours is affected

  1. Check Catalog Number 490551 on the product label or packaging.
  2. Check Primary UDI-DI 04046955275304 on the label.
  3. Check Unit of Dose UDI-DI 04046955275298.

Where to find product info

UDI codes and catalog numbers are printed on the device and packaging.

What timeline to expect

Recall processing and replacements may take 4-8 weeks once initiated.

If the manufacturer is unresponsive

  • Document all contacts with the manufacturer.
  • Escalate to hospital compliance or the FDA if the issue is not resolved.

How to prevent similar issues

  • Verify UDI codes before use or purchase.
  • Avoid unapproved suppliers and verify recall status via FDA resources.
  • Ensure devices are labeled for correct pump compatibility and backflow protection.

Documentation advice

Retain recall letter, take photos of the product and labels, save correspondence with the manufacturer.

Product Details

Catalog Number: 490551 Length: 127 inches Description: IV Administration Set for gravity IV administration and pump systems with Infusomat Space Large Volume Pump, Outlook Pump, and Vista Basic Pump Global distribution: US, Canada, Germany, Guatemala, Singapore Expiration: Earliest Exp of Comp or 36 months Recall date: 2025-10-29 Status: ACTIVE UDI references: Primary UDI-DI 04046955275304; Unit of Dose UDI-DI 04046955275298

Reported Incidents

No injuries or incidents have been reported.

Key Facts

  • 4,488 units recalled
  • Catalog Number 490551
  • Primary UDI-DI 04046955275304
  • Unit of Dose UDI-DI 04046955275298
  • Length 127 inches
  • Exp: earliest expiry or 36 months

Safety Guide

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Safety Assessment

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

Product Details

Model Numbers
Catalog Number: 490551
Primary UDI-DI: 04046955275304
Unit of Dose UDI-DI: 04046955275298
Report Date
December 3, 2025
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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