Smiths Medical recalls specific insulin syringes with skewed graduation markings that may cause inaccurate insulin doses. Affected models include 1.0mL 28G and 29G syringes with certain lot numbers. Consumers should check their syringes for upward skewing of markings.
Specific models and lot numbers of the Jelco Hypodermic Needle-Pro Fixed Needle Insulin Syringe 29Gx1/2 odd number line graduation markings on the syringe barrel were skewed approximately 20 degrees upward.
Smiths Medical is recalling specific insulin syringes that have graduation markings skewed upward by about 20 degrees. This could lead to inaccurate insulin dosing, which might cause health risks for people using insulin. The recall affects certain model numbers and lot numbers.
The syringe barrel has graduation markings that are skewed upward by approximately 20 degrees. This skewing could cause the user to measure an incorrect insulin dose, potentially leading to underdosing or overdosing.
People who use insulin syringes with the specific model numbers and lot numbers listed in the recall are affected. Those with diabetes who rely on these syringes for insulin injections are most at risk.
Check for syringes with 1.0mL capacity, 28G or 29G needles, and a specific reference number (4428-1 or 4429-1). Look for upward skewing of the graduation markings on the barrel.
Inspect the syringe barrel for upward skewing of graduation markings by about 20 degrees.
The syringe barrel has graduation markings that are skewed upward by approximately 20 degrees, which could lead to inaccurate insulin dosing.
Syringes with 1.0mL capacity, 28G or 29G needles, reference numbers 4428-1 or 4429-1, and specific lot numbers listed in the recall.
Check for upward skewing of the graduation markings on the syringe barrel by about 20 degrees.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Smiths Medical to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1798-2021 — Smiths Medical Smiths Medical Hello, I own a Smiths Medical that is covered by recall Z-1798-2021 from Smiths Medical. 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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