Vaxcel PICC with PASV IR-145 Kit under the following labels: 1) 4F, UPN M001454580, Rx ONLY, 2) 5F, UPN M001454630, Rx ONLY & 3) 6F, UPN M001454780, Rx ONLY The Vaxcel PICC with PASV is indicated for use in establishing peripheral access to the central venous system for administration of fluids including, but not limited to, hydration agents, antibiotics, chemotherapy, analgesics, nutritional therapy, and blood products. It is also indicated for blood specimen withdrawal. This product is intended for central venous access in adults, children and infants who require intravenous (IV) therapy.

Class I - Dangerous

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    Batch/Lots: 1) 4748893, 4766101, 4773293 & 4814220 with Use By Range 2016-05-31 to 2016-10-31. Batch/Lots: 2) 4752348, 4784466, 4735032, 4738833, 4765395 & 4814222 with Use By Range 2016-05-31 to 2016-07-31. Batch/Lots: 3) 4752881, 4765393 & 4942171 with Use By Range 2016-05-31 to 2017-09-30.
  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:
Navilyst Medical, Inc., an AngioDyamics Company
Reason for Recall:
PICC catheters that contain valve(s) manufactured prior to July 15, 2014 lack a manufacturing specification change that reduces the incidence of hemolysis during blood sampling through the PICC catheter.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

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

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

Vaxcel PICC with PASV IR-145 Kit under the following labels: 1) 4F, UPN M001454580, Rx ONLY, 2) 5F, UPN M001454630, Rx ONLY & 3) 6F, UPN M001454780, Rx ONLY The Vaxcel PICC with PASV is indicated for use in establishing peripheral access to the central venous system for administration of fluids including, but not limited to, hydration agents, antibiotics, chemotherapy, analgesics, nutritional therapy, and blood products. It is also indicated for blood specimen withdrawal. This product is intended for central venous access in adults, children and infants who require intravenous (IV) therapy.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

Batch/Lots: 1) 4748893, 4766101, 4773293 & 4814220 with Use By Range 2016-05-31 to 2016-10-31. Batch/Lots: 2) 4752348, 4784466, 4735032, 4738833, 4765395 & 4814222 with Use By Range 2016-05-31 to 2016-07-31. Batch/Lots: 3) 4752881, 4765393 & 4942171 with Use By Range 2016-05-31 to 2017-09-30.

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-1968-2016

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