Medtronic recalls Guardian Sensor (3) devices for Canada with GTIN 20763000179612. Inaccurate glucose readings may occur when using hydroxyurea, an anti-cancer drug. No remedy specified in recall notice.
Use of the continuous glucose monitoring system while actively taking hydroxyurea, an anti-neoplastic drug could result in inaccurate elevated sensor glucose readings.
Medtronic is recalling Guardian Sensor (3) devices sold in Canada with GTIN 20763000179612. These devices may give inaccurate high glucose readings when used with hydroxyurea, an anti-cancer drug. This could lead to incorrect diabetes management decisions.
The Guardian Sensor (3) may show higher than actual glucose levels when used with hydroxyurea. This could cause users to take unnecessary insulin or other diabetes medications, leading to dangerous blood sugar levels.
People in Canada using Medtronic Guardian Sensor (3) devices with GTIN 20763000179612. Those taking hydroxyurea for cancer treatment are most at risk of inaccurate glucose readings.
Check for the GTIN 20763000179612 on the packaging. The product was sold in Canada with the GS3 5PK 2L packaging. It is not distributed in the United States.
Look for the GTIN 20763000179612 on the packaging to confirm if your device is affected.
No, the product is not distributed within the US.
The Guardian Sensor (3) may give inaccurate elevated glucose readings when used with hydroxyurea, an anti-cancer drug.
The recall notice does not specify a remedy. Check the packaging for the GTIN 20763000179612 to confirm if your device is affected.
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Subject: Recall Z-1610-2021 — Medtronic Medtronic Hello, I own a Medtronic that is covered by recall Z-1610-2021 from Medtronic. 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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