Roche recalls Accu-Chek Inform II test strips due to potential humidity damage during shipping, which could cause inaccurate glucose readings and unsafe diabetes management.
Test strip vials may open while inside sealed cartons during shipment. An open vial might expose the test strips to humidity, which might damage the strips and result in inaccurate results, potentially leading to inappropriate therapy decisions and adverse health consequences.
Roche is recalling Accu-Chek Inform II test strips that may open during shipping, risking humidity damage that could lead to inaccurate glucose readings. This could cause unsafe diabetes treatment decisions if users rely on the strips.
The test strip vials might open during shipping, exposing the strips to humidity. This could damage the strips, leading to inaccurate glucose readings. Inaccurate readings might cause users to make unsafe treatment decisions.
People using Roche's Accu-Chek Inform II test strips for blood glucose monitoring. Those with diabetes who rely on these strips for frequent testing are most at risk.
Check for the model number 05942891001 on the test strip packaging. This recall applies to all non-expired lots of the product, as it's a labeling correction.
Inspect the test strip vials for signs of damage or leaks. If the vial opens easily, stop using the strips immediately.
No, this recall applies to all non-expired lots of the product as it's a labeling correction.
Damaged strips could lead to inaccurate glucose readings, which might cause unsafe treatment decisions.
The recall is not lot-specific, so no returns are required. Users should check for damaged strips and use only undamaged ones.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Roche Diabetes Care to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2354-2021 — Roche Diabetes Care Roche Diabetes Care Hello, I own a Roche Diabetes Care that is covered by recall Z-2354-2021 from Roche Diabetes Care. 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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