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B. Braun Medical Recalls 554,015 SafeDAY IV Sets Over Backflow Risk (2025)

B. Braun Medical recalled 554,015 SafeDAY IV administration sets distributed worldwide on Oct 29, 2025. The devices can backflow medication from secondary piggyback containers into primary IV containers and may fail to prime. Hospitals and clinics should stop using the affected 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

SafeDAY sets are used to administer IV therapy in gravity and pump-driven systems. They are utilized with Infusomat Space Large Volume Pumps, Outlook Pump, and Vista Basic Pump.

Why This Is Dangerous

Backflow from secondary to primary IV containers and occlusion can lead to incorrect dosing or interrupted therapy.

Industry Context

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

Real-World Impact

The recall affects more than half a million units; facilities must halt use to prevent potential medication backflow.

Practical Guidance

How to identify if yours is affected

  1. Verify Catalog Number 352646 on device label.
  2. Check Primary UDI-DI 04046955626946 and Unit of Dose UDI-DI 04046955626939.
  3. Review expiration date relative to 36 months from Start Date.

Where to find product info

Recall notice via FDA enforcement portal and BBraun Medical communications.

What timeline to expect

4-8 weeks for refund or replacement processes once initiated by the manufacturer.

If the manufacturer is unresponsive

  • Escalate to hospital risk management
  • File a complaint with FDA if manufacturers do not respond
  • Consult legal counsel if patient exposure occurred

How to prevent similar issues

  • Verify catalog numbers and UDIs before procurement
  • Use only approved suppliers
  • Maintain an active recall log for all IV sets and pumps

Documentation advice

Keep recall letter, inventory lists, photos of labels, and all correspondence with the manufacturer

Product Details

Catalog Number: 352646. Primary UDI-DI: 04046955626946. Unit of Dose UDI-DI: 04046955626939. Expiration Date: 36 months from Start Date. Distribution: Worldwide, including the US, Canada, Germany, Guatemala and Singapore. Quantity: 554,015 units.

Reported Incidents

No injuries or incidents have been reported.

Key Facts

  • 554,015 units recalled
  • Worldwide distribution including US, Canada, Germany, Guatemala, Singapore
  • Catalog Number 352646
  • Primary UDI-DI 04046955626946
  • Unit of Dose UDI-DI 04046955626939
  • Expiration: 36 months from Start Date

Safety Guide

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Safety Assessment

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

Product Classification

Product Details

Model Numbers
Catalog Number: 352646
Primary UDI-DI: 04046955626946
Unit of Dose UDI-DI: 04046955626939
Report Date
December 3, 2025
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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