Arrow recalls specific epidural needles (product codes AN-05501 and AN-05505) due to potential unsealed packaging that could compromise sterility. Affected units include listed lot numbers. Consumers should check their product codes and contact Arrow for details.
Product sterility may be compromised due to unsealed packaging.
Arrow is recalling certain epidural needles because the packaging might not be sealed properly, which could lead to contamination. This is important for medical procedures where sterility is critical.
The needles' packaging may not be sealed correctly, potentially allowing contamination. This could lead to infections or other complications during medical procedures if the needles are not sterile.
Healthcare professionals and patients using the recalled epidural needles. Those with the specific product codes and lot numbers listed are most at risk.
Check the product code on the needle (AN-05501 or AN-05505) and the lot numbers listed in the recall notice. The product codes and corresponding lot numbers are provided in the recall details.
Look for the product code on the needle, which should be either AN-05501 or AN-05505.
Reach out to Arrow International for further instructions on the recall.
The packaging may not be sealed properly, which could compromise sterility and lead to contamination during medical procedures.
Check the product code and lot numbers listed in the recall notice, then contact Arrow International for further instructions.
The risk is low; the needles could become contaminated if the packaging is not sealed properly, but this is not a serious injury hazard.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Arrow to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1961-2018 — Arrow Arrow Hello, I own a Arrow that is covered by recall Z-1961-2018 from Arrow. 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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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
