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B. Braun Medical Recalled 12,225,913 CARESITE IV Sets for Backflow, Occlusion (2025)

B. Braun Medical Inc. recalled 12,225,913 CARESITE gravity IV sets and pump sets used with Infusomat Space, Outlook Pump, and Vista Basic Pump. The devices may backflow medication from secondary to primary IV containers and fail to prime. Healthcare facilities and patients should stop using immediately and follow the recall instructions from the manufacturer. For refund or replacement inquiries,联系

Quick Facts at a Glance

Recall Date
October 29, 2025
Hazard Level
HIGH
Brand
B. Braun Medical
Category
Health & Personal Care
Sold At
Unknown
At-Risk Groups
GENERAL

Hazard Information

Potential for backflow of medication from secondary (piggyback) IV containers into primary IV containers and the inability to prime (occlusion).

What You Should Do

Patients and healthcare providers should stop using this device immediately. Follow the recall instructions provided by the manufacturer. Contact B Braun Medical Inc or your healthcare provider for instructions. Notification method: Letter

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About This Product

CARESITE-enabled IV sets are used for gravity and pump-administered IV therapies. They are used in clinical settings to deliver medications intravenously with various pumps.

Why This Is Dangerous

Backflow from secondary IV containers into primary containers and failure to prime can lead to dosing errors or contamination of IV lines.

Industry Context

This recall is not described as part of a broader industry pattern.

Real-World Impact

The recall aims to prevent medication backflow and occlusion issues that could affect patient safety and treatment efficacy in hospital settings.

Practical Guidance

How to identify if yours is affected

  1. Check catalog numbers on your IV sets: 354204, 354205, 354206.
  2. Verify Primary UDI-DI and Unit of Dose UDI-DI: 04046964182075, 82068; 04046964182099, 82082; 04046964182112, 82105.
  3. Cross-check with the recall notice on FDA enforcement page.

Where to find product info

Recall notice and device labeling contain UPC/UDI identifiers and catalog numbers.

What timeline to expect

Replacement or corrective action timelines typically align with manufacturer instructions and regulatory guidance; expect updates from BBraun Medical.

If the manufacturer is unresponsive

  • Document all communications with BBraun Medical and healthcare facilities.
  • File complaints with applicable regulatory authorities if the company is unresponsive.

How to prevent similar issues

  • When purchasing infusion sets, confirm CARESITE components and verify UDI codes.
  • Prefer suppliers with active recall notices and update safety information.
  • Follow standard infection control and IV administration procedures to minimize risk.

Documentation advice

Keep copy of recall notice, take photos of product labels, retain purchase receipts if applicable, log all communications with the manufacturer and regulatory bodies.

Product Details

Catalog Numbers: 354204, 354205, 354206 Primary UDI-DI: 04046964182075; Unit of Dose UDI-DI: 04046964182068 Catalog Numbers: 354205 Primary UDI-DI: 04046964182099; Unit of Dose UDI-DI: 04046964182082 Catalog Numbers: 354206 Primary UDI-DI: 04046964182112; Unit of Dose UDI-DI: 04046964182105 Distribution: Worldwide, including US and international distribution to Canada, Germany, Guatemala, and Singapore Sold: Unknown Price: Unknown

Reported Incidents

No injuries or incidents have been reported.

Key Facts

  • 12,225,913 units recalled
  • Worldwide distribution including US, Canada, Germany, Guatemala, Singapore
  • Catalog numbers 354204, 354205, 354206
  • UDI-DI codes listed for each catalog number

Safety Guide

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Safety Assessment

Risk LevelHIGH
Severity Score
8/ 10
Affected Groups
GENERAL
Injury Types
OTHER

Product Details

Model Numbers
354204
354205
354206
Report Date
December 3, 2025
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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