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Aeroneb Go Micropump Nebulizer Featuring OnQ electronic micropump, RX, Manufactured by Medical Industries America Inc.,

FDA device recall Z-0177-05 · posted 2004-11-05 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Medical Industries America Inc
Reason for recall
The nebulizer can either fail or provide a low flow (partial dose) of medication
Action taken
The recalling firm initiated their action via telephone on 9/7/04 to the care providers to inform them of the product problem and that they would soon be receiving additional information about the recall. Between 9/24-28/04, the firm issued letters to their care providers with specific instructions as to how to decide what individuals would or would not need a backup generator in their possession. They were also instructed to pass the information onto the end user. On 10/1/04, the firm called the care providers and subsequently issued second letters or postcards to them to correct the toll free number that had been misprinted on the literature and letter.
Root cause
Other
Status
Terminated
Product code
CAF
Quantity affected
17,464 units
Distribution
Distribution was made to home health care providers and pharmacies nationwide. Foreign distribution was made to Italy, Greece, France, Poland, Japan, Hong Kong, Argentina, Australia, Israel, and Singa
Date initiated
2004-09-07
Date posted
2004-11-05
Date terminated
2005-08-24
Location
Adel, IA

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