Baxter recalls Spectrum Infusion Pumps (Version 8) with potential medication delivery issues due to setup errors or alarm failures. Affected units have specific serial numbers and product codes.
There is the potential for reduced or non-delivery of medication, in some cases without alerting the user via pump alarm. This may occur as a result of incorrect administration set setup and/or incomplete resolution of upstream occlusion alarms when using Spectrum V8 and Spectrum IQ infusion pumps.
Baxter is recalling Spectrum Infusion Pumps with Master Drug Library (Version 8) because they might not deliver medication properly or alert users when problems occur. This could happen if the pump is set up incorrectly or if alarms aren't resolved properly.
The pump might not deliver medication as intended or warn users when there's a problem with the setup or blockages. This can happen if the pump isn't properly configured or if alarms aren't resolved correctly.
Healthcare providers using Baxter Spectrum Infusion Pumps (Version 8) with serial numbers or GTIN 00085412498683 are affected. Patients receiving medication through these pumps are at risk if the pump fails to deliver doses correctly.
Check for the product code 35700BAX2 on the pump. Affected units have specific serial numbers or GTIN 00085412498683 as listed in the recall notice.
Ensure the pump is correctly configured and all alarms are resolved before use.
Confirm the product code 35700BAX2 on the pump to identify affected units.
The pump may not deliver medication properly or alert users when problems occur due to incorrect setup or unresolved alarms.
Check the product code and serial numbers to confirm if your pump is affected; contact Baxter for guidance.
The recall addresses potential medication delivery issues, but the official notice does not specify a risk of serious injury.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Baxter to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0530-2022 — Baxter Baxter Hello, I own a Baxter that is covered by recall Z-0530-2022 from Baxter. 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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