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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Ongoing

Medtronic REF: MMT-7020C Guardian Sensor (3) kit for the following packaging: GS3 SEMI 5PK OUS/ GTIN: 20763000192086, 5PK SF NEW GS3 OUS/GTIN: 20763000358451 Product Usage: intended for use with Medtronic Diabetes (Medtronic) glucose sensing systems to continuously monitor glucose levels in persons with diabetes. *Product not distributed within US.

Reported: May 26, 2021 Initiated: February 26, 2021 #Z-1606-2021

Product Description

Medtronic REF: MMT-7020C Guardian Sensor (3) kit for the following packaging: GS3 SEMI 5PK OUS/ GTIN: 20763000192086, 5PK SF NEW GS3 OUS/GTIN: 20763000358451 Product Usage: intended for use with Medtronic Diabetes (Medtronic) glucose sensing systems to continuously monitor glucose levels in persons with diabetes. *Product not distributed within US.

Reason for Recall

Use of the continuous glucose monitoring system while actively taking hydroxyurea, an anti-neoplastic drug could result in inaccurate elevated sensor glucose readings.

Details

Recalling Firm
Medtronic Inc.
Units Affected
497,747 units
Distribution
Worldwide distribution.
Location
Northridge, CA

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Medtronic REF: MMT-7020C Guardian Sensor (3) kit for the following packaging: GS3 SEMI 5PK OUS/ GTIN: 20763000192086, 5PK SF NEW GS3 OUS/GTIN: 20763000358451 Product Usage: intended for use with Medtronic Diabetes (Medtronic) glucose sensing systems to continuously monitor glucose levels in persons with diabetes. *Product not distributed within US.. Recalled by Medtronic Inc.. Units affected: 497,747 units.
Why was this product recalled?
Use of the continuous glucose monitoring system while actively taking hydroxyurea, an anti-neoplastic drug could result in inaccurate elevated sensor glucose readings.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on May 26, 2021. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1606-2021.