PlainRecalls
FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

Symbiq Two Channel Infuser; an Rx medical device infusion pump used to administer I.V. fluids Device is a general purpose infusion pump designed to deliver fluids, solutions, medications, agents, nutritionals, electrolytes, blood and blood products for parenteral administration; and various solution through enteral, intravenous, intra-arterial, subcutaneous, and pathways.

Reported: November 2, 2016 Initiated: February 4, 2013 #Z-0306-2017

Product Description

Symbiq Two Channel Infuser; an Rx medical device infusion pump used to administer I.V. fluids Device is a general purpose infusion pump designed to deliver fluids, solutions, medications, agents, nutritionals, electrolytes, blood and blood products for parenteral administration; and various solution through enteral, intravenous, intra-arterial, subcutaneous, and pathways.

Reason for Recall

Symbiq Infusers have the potential to experience a white screen during titration of a Keep Vein Open (KVO) delivery. This can allow the clinician to select the "NEXT" button prior to completion of the programming. If this error occurs, a delay in therapy could occur and potentially result in significant injury.

Details

Recalling Firm
Hospira Inc.
Units Affected
35,596 devices in total
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) and Canada
Location
Lake Forest, IL

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Symbiq Two Channel Infuser; an Rx medical device infusion pump used to administer I.V. fluids Device is a general purpose infusion pump designed to deliver fluids, solutions, medications, agents, nutritionals, electrolytes, blood and blood products for parenteral administration; and various solution through enteral, intravenous, intra-arterial, subcutaneous, and pathways.. Recalled by Hospira Inc.. Units affected: 35,596 devices in total.
Why was this product recalled?
Symbiq Infusers have the potential to experience a white screen during titration of a Keep Vein Open (KVO) delivery. This can allow the clinician to select the "NEXT" button prior to completion of the programming. If this error occurs, a delay in therapy could occur and potentially result in significant injury.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on November 2, 2016. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0306-2017.