Geistlich Bio-Oss Pen 0.25-1mm 0.25g - Product Usage: natural bone mineral for filling of bone defects in maxillofacial surgery, implantology, and periodontology. Product Number: 20115

Class I - Dangerous

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    Lots: 81901650, 82000456
  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:
Geistlich Pharma North America, Inc.
Reason for Recall:
Difficult to expel Geistlich Bio-Oss granules from the pen, resistance could suddenly drop, and the granules may be expelled all at once, causing surrounding tissue, particularly in use for the sinus lift indication and while unlikely, could pose a risk for patient harm, including irritation of the oral mucosa or even a perforation of the Schneiderian membrane
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

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

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

Geistlich Bio-Oss Pen 0.25-1mm 0.25g - Product Usage: natural bone mineral for filling of bone defects in maxillofacial surgery, implantology, and periodontology. Product Number: 20115

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

Lots: 81901650, 82000456

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-0490-2021

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