Medicina Oral Tip Syringe 0.5ml Recall: Unapproved Material Hazard

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What happened, in plain English

Medicina is recalling 0.5ml Oral Tip Syringes (Code OT0:005) because the plunger uses an unapproved material that doesn't meet safety specifications. This could lead to improper function or safety risks if the syringe is used.

Why it’s dangerous

The plunger component uses polyethylene instead of the required polypropylene material. This unapproved material may not meet safety specifications, potentially causing improper function or safety issues during use.

Who’s affected

Users of Medicina Oral Tip Syringes (Code OT005) who purchased the product between 2019 and 2020 are affected. Healthcare professionals and individuals using the syringe for medical purposes are most at risk.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for the product code OT005 on the syringe packaging. The batch number HM19024 and UDI-DI (01)05060278503417 are also associated with this recall.

Brand
Medicina
Category
Medical device

Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

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Look for the product code OT005 and batch number HM19024 on the syringe packaging.

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Questions people ask

Is this syringe safe to use?

The recall states the plunger uses unapproved material that doesn't meet safety specifications, so it is not safe to use.

How can I tell if I have the recalled syringe?

Check for the product code OT005 and batch number HM19024 on the syringe packaging.

What should I do if I have the recalled syringe?

The recall does not specify a remedy, so you should contact Medicina Uk Ltd for further instructions.

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We’ve drafted a message you can send Medicina to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.

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Subject: Recall Z-0109-2023 — Medicina Medicina

Hello,

I own a Medicina that is covered by recall Z-0109-2023 from Medicina.

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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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.

Official source: FDA Recall #Z-0109-2023 (July 4, 2022) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-0109-2023 to see it in context.
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Medicina Uk Ltd recalls Medicina Oral Tip Syringe 0.5ml Code: OT005

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