Dial-A-Dose Insulin Delivery Device (Pen-Injector) cartridge holders Product Usage: The NovoPen Echo¿ is a re-usable pen injector for single patient use by diabetics for the self injection of a desired dose of insulin. The pen injector uses Penfill 3 mL cartridge of NovoLog¿, 100 units/mL (Ux100) [insulin aspart (rDNA origin) injection] and a single use detachable and disposable pen needle (supplied separately). The pen injector allows the user to dial the desired dose from 0.5 to 30 units in 0.5 increments.

Class I - Dangerous

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    U.S. batch numbers: EVG1221, EVG1226, FVG7149, FVG7458, FVG8134 & FVG8135
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
  5. Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.

⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.

Recall Details

Company:
Novo Nordisk Inc
Reason for Recall:
A small number of batches may crack or break if exposed to certain chemicals, like certain cleaning agents.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

Dial-A-Dose Insulin Delivery Device (Pen-Injector) cartridge holders Product Usage: The NovoPen Echo¿ is a re-usable pen injector for single patient use by diabetics for the self injection of a desired dose of insulin. The pen injector uses Penfill 3 mL cartridge of NovoLog¿, 100 units/mL (Ux100) [insulin aspart (rDNA origin) injection] and a single use detachable and disposable pen needle (supplied separately). The pen injector allows the user to dial the desired dose from 0.5 to 30 units in 0.5 increments.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

U.S. batch numbers: EVG1221, EVG1226, FVG7149, FVG7458, FVG8134 & FVG8135

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-0206-2018

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