Athena Medical Products recalls LiquaSonic Ultrasound Gel 250mL (Model 001205) due to potential bacterial contamination. This product may pose health risks if used improperly.
Ultrasound gels and lotions manufactured by Eco-Med Pharmaceutical, Inc. may contain bacterial contamination. On August 18, 2021, FDA published a Letter to Health Care Providers to further address this issue: https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/letters-health-care-providers/stop-using-all-eco-med-ultrasound-gels-and-lotions-due-risk-bacterial-contamination-letter-health.
Athena Medical Products is recalling LiquaSonic Ultrasound Gel 250mL (Model 001205) because it may contain bacterial contamination. Using this gel could lead to health risks, especially for medical procedures.
The gel may contain bacteria that can cause infections if introduced into the body during medical procedures. This contamination risk is particularly concerning for sensitive medical applications.
Healthcare providers and patients using the recalled gel for medical ultrasound procedures are at risk. Those with compromised immune systems may be more vulnerable.
Check for the model number 001205 on the product label. The product was sold with lot codes and UDI 00856589006120. This gel is no longer available for purchase.
Look for the model number 001205 and lot codes on the product label.
The FDA has issued a warning that this gel may contain bacterial contamination, so it is not safe to use.
The product will be discontinued and will not be reintroduced, so no replacements are available.
The recall was announced on August 18, 2021, based on a FDA letter to healthcare providers.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Athena Medical Products to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2391-2021 — Athena Medical Products Athena Medical Products Hello, I own a Athena Medical Products that is covered by recall Z-2391-2021 from Athena Medical Products. 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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