Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-2485-2015 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class I |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Insulet Corporation |
| Report date | Sep 16, 2015 |
| Recall initiation date | Jul 13, 2015 |
| Quantity | 16,017 boxes. Expanded Recall: 5,179.0 boxes |
| Location | Billerica, MA, United States |
Official product description
OmniPod Insulin Management System. Only the OmniPod device is affected. Catalog Number(s): 14810 (OUS). Intended for subcutaneous delivery of insulin at set and variable rates for the management of diabetes mellitus in persons requiring insulin.
Why the product was recalled
OmniPods (Pods) have a higher rate of failure causing: Cannula fails to deploy/retract causing insulin to be pumped or the audible alarm is displayed on the PDM and pod will not deliver insulin
Distribution information
Worldwide Distribution: US (Nationwide) and country of: Switzerland.
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: Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit.
What to do next
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