Inter-Med recalls 3% sodium hypochlorite dental syringes with potential latex-free rubber bung degradation due to 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 bung made of a material that degrades over time when exposed to bleach. This could lead to leaks or improper function during use.
The syringes' rubber bung may degrade after prolonged storage and exposure to the bleach solution, potentially causing leaks or improper function. This degradation is due to chemical interactions between the rubber and the bleach solution.
Dental professionals and patients using the recalled syringes for dental procedures. Those most at risk are users who store the syringes long-term without proper handling.
Check for the product name 'Vista Dental Products 3% Sodium Hypochlorite, 10-3cc Pre-filled Syringes' with lot numbers 20182545, 20182665, 20190198, 20190432, 20190724, 20190953, or 20191314.
Identify the lot numbers on the syringe packaging to confirm if it is affected.
The rubber bung may degrade over time when exposed to the bleach solution, potentially causing leaks or improper function.
Check for the lot numbers 20182545, 20182665, 20190198, 20190432, 20190724, 20190953, or 20191314 on the packaging.
The recall does not require immediate stop use; check the lot numbers to determine if your syringe is affected.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Inter-Med to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0015-2020 — Inter-Med Inter-Med Hello, I own a Inter-Med that is covered by recall Z-0015-2020 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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