Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-2480-2021 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class I |
| FDA record status | Ongoing |
| Recalling firm | AMTEC SALES Inc. |
| Report date | Sep 29, 2021 |
| Recall initiation date | Aug 12, 2021 |
| Quantity | 34,586 each |
| Location | Miami, FL, United States |
Official product description
EcoGel 100 Imaging Gel, EcoGel 200 MultiPurpose Gel (Blue), EcoGel 200 MultiPurpose Gel (CLEAR), and EcoLotion Transmission Lotion 1) 100, 200 gel Intended for use in acoustic coupling of ultrasound transducer to tissue 2) Lotion Ecolotion transmission and massage lotion is intended to be used as an accessory to ultrasonic transducers and ultrasound monitors. Ecolotion is intended to be used externally only as a coupling medium for use in ultrasound procedures.
Why the product was recalled
Ultrasound gels and lotions manufactured by Eco-Med Pharmaceutical, Inc. may contain bacterial contamination.
Distribution information
Worldwide Distribution to US (nationwide) states of - FL, TX, OH, MD, PA, WA, CO, PR, VA, KY, OK, and CA; and OUS (international) to countries of - Honduras, Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Guatemala, Panama, and Costa Rica.
How to read the classification
FDA Class I indicates a situation in which there is a reasonable probability that use of or exposure to the product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death. The classification shown here comes directly from the FDA enforcement record.
Additional record details
Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: E-Mail.
What to do next
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