Epsilon Skin Tensioner:Rx, Sterile Sterilized using Gamma. Turns Red if sterilized using Gamma; Product Usage: Skin Tensioner is applied to patients scalp during follicular harvesting during hair restoration procedure. Product applies tension to scalp to facilitate follicular extractions.
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: Model number FP-45384
- Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
- Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
- Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
- 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:
- Restoration Robotics
- Reason for Recall:
- Reports of discoloration (residue) on the pins of the skin tensioner have been received by several customers. Discoloration due to insufficient cleaning of stainless steel pins during passivation process. The residue has been identified as a compound of iron and chlorine.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- terminated
Product Information
Full Description:
Epsilon Skin Tensioner:Rx, Sterile Sterilized using Gamma. Turns Red if sterilized using Gamma; Product Usage: Skin Tensioner is applied to patients scalp during follicular harvesting during hair restoration procedure. Product applies tension to scalp to facilitate follicular extractions.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
Model number FP-45384
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: Z-0353-2014
Related Recalls
Reports of discoloration (residue) on the pins of the skin tensioner have been received by several customers. Discoloration due to insufficient cleaning of stainless steel pins during passivation process. The residue has been identified as a compound of iron and chlorine.
Reports of discoloration (residue) on the pins of the skin tensioner have been received by several customers. Discoloration due to insufficient cleaning of stainless steel pins during passivation process. The residue has been identified as a compound of iron and chlorine.
Reports of discoloration (residue) on the pins of the skin tensioner have been received by several customers. Discoloration due to insufficient cleaning of stainless steel pins during passivation process. The residue has been identified as a compound of iron and chlorine.