C.R. Bard recalls male intermittent urinary catheters with specific catalog numbers and lot numbers due to a packaging defect that could compromise product sterility. Affected users should check their product details.
Some catheters had a manufacturing defect where the clear resealing label separating from the product foil pouch, resulting in a possible opening into the product packaging that could impact product sterility.
C.R. Bard is recalling certain male intermittent urinary catheters that may have a packaging defect causing the resealing label to separate from the foil pouch. This could lead to contamination and infection risks if the catheter is used without proper sterility.
The defect causes the clear resealing label to separate from the product's foil pouch. This opening could allow contaminants to enter the packaging, potentially compromising the sterility of the catheter and increasing infection risk during use.
Men who use the recalled Magic3 Go Intermittent Urinary Catheters. Those with the specific catalog numbers and lot numbers listed in the recall are most at risk of potential contamination.
Check the catalog number on the catheter packaging (REF 50810G, 50812G, 50814G, 50816G, 50818G, 53810G, 53812G, 53814G, 53816G, 53818G, or 53820G) and the lot number (e.g., JUGV1658, JUGU0844, etc.) listed in the recall notice.
Verify the catalog number and lot number on the catheter packaging to confirm if it is affected by this recall.
The recall is due to a manufacturing defect where the resealing label may separate from the foil pouch, potentially allowing contaminants to enter the packaging and compromising sterility.
Check the catalog number and lot number on your catheter packaging. If it matches the recalled items, contact C.R. Bard for further instructions.
The recall addresses potential contamination risk, but the remedy does not specify a risk of serious injury. This is a low-risk issue related to sterility.
We’ve drafted a message you can send C.R. Bard to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1699-2023 — C.R. Bard C.R. Bard Hello, I own a C.R. Bard that is covered by recall Z-1699-2023 from C.R. Bard. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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