Inter-Med recalls 3% sodium hypochlorite dental syringes with potential latex-free rubber bung degradation from chemical interaction with bleach solution.
The affected lots may be packaged in syringes which include an incorrect bung. The incorrect bung is made of a latex-free isoprene rubber material. After prolonged storage and exposure to contained solutions, the rubber bung may degrade due to chemical interaction with the bleach solution.
Inter-Med is recalling dental syringes that may have a faulty rubber bung. This bung could degrade over time when exposed to the bleach solution, potentially causing leaks or other issues.
The rubber bung in the syringes may degrade after prolonged storage and exposure to the bleach solution. This degradation could lead to leaks or improper sealing, but the risk is not immediately dangerous.
Dental professionals and patients using the recalled syringes. Those handling the product for extended periods may be at slightly higher risk due to potential degradation.
Check for lot numbers: 2018-1349, 2018-1587, 2018-1853, 20182107, 20182303, 20182584, 20182666, 20190199, 20190433. The syringes have a unique identifier (UDI) starting with 10818207020427.
Look for lot numbers on the syringe packaging: 2018-1349, 2018-1587, 2018-1853, 20182107, 20182303, 20182584, 20182666, 20190199, 20190433.
The rubber bung may degrade over time when exposed to the bleach solution, potentially causing leaks. However, the risk is not immediately dangerous.
Check for lot numbers: 2018-1349, 2018-1587, 2018-1853, 20182107, 20182303, 20182584, 20182666, 20190199, 20190433. The syringes have a unique identifier (UDI) starting with 10818207020427.
The recall does not require immediate stop use; the risk is low and the product may still be safe for short-term use.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Inter-Med to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0013-2020 — Inter-Med Inter-Med Hello, I own a Inter-Med that is covered by recall Z-0013-2020 from Inter-Med. 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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