Smiths Medical recalls adult nasal cannulas with transposed 'Manufactured' and 'Use By' labels, risking expired product before manufacturing. Consumers should check labels for lot numbers 1703171A or 1705152A.
"Manufactured" and "Use By" labels are transposed incorrectly suggesting the product expires before it was manufactured.
Smiths Medical is recalling adult nasal cannulas that have incorrect 'Manufactured' and 'Use By' labels. This could mean the product is labeled as expired before it was even made, which is a serious issue for medical safety.
The product has incorrect labels showing the 'Use By' date before the 'Manufactured' date. This means the product might be labeled as expired before it was actually made, which could lead to unsafe use if the product is used after its intended expiration.
Patients using Smiths Medical First Breath Adult Nasal Cannulas with lot numbers 1703171A or 1705152A are affected. Healthcare providers and patients using these specific models are most at risk due to potential expired product labeling.
Check for the product name 'First Breath Adult Nasal Cannula' with lot numbers 1703171A or 1705152A. The item has curved flared tips and 213 cm (7 ft.) tubing.
Look for lot numbers 1703171A or 1705152A on the product.
The product has transposed 'Manufactured' and 'Use By' labels, meaning it could be labeled as expired before it was made.
Check the product for lot numbers 1703171A or 1705152A. If you have these lot numbers, contact Smiths Medical for further instructions.
The product may be unsafe if the labels indicate it expired before manufacturing, but the recall does not specify a need to stop using it immediately.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Smiths Medical to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0073-2019 — Smiths Medical Smiths Medical Hello, I own a Smiths Medical that is covered by recall Z-0073-2019 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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