HIGH

B. Braun Medical IV Administration Set Recall for 1,250 Units Over Backflow Risk (2025)

B. Braun Medical recalled 1,250 IV administration sets distributed worldwide to hospitals and clinics. The devices may allow backflow of medication from secondary (piggyback) IV containers into primary containers and may not prime properly. Hospitals and other healthcare providers should stop using the devices immediately and follow recall instructions.

Quick Facts at a Glance

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

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

IV administration sets connect IV bags to patients and can be used with gravity drip systems or syringe/roller pumps. This recall covers a specific ULTRASITE set used with several BBMI pumps.

Why This Is Dangerous

Backflow from secondary to primary IV containers can alter dosing and may prevent proper priming of the line, posing patient safety risks.

Industry Context

This recall is not part of a broader industry pattern.

Real-World Impact

Hospitals may need to pause using affected IV sets and source replacements, which could affect infusion workflows and patient care timelines.

Practical Guidance

How to identify if yours is affected

  1. 1) Look for Catalog Number 352394 on packaging or device
  2. 2) Verify Primary UDI-DI 4046964293375
  3. 3) Confirm Unit of Dose UDI-DI 04046964293368
  4. 4) Check for recall notice and instructions from B. Braun Medical

Where to find product info

FDA recall page and manufacturer notice; packaging labeling

What timeline to expect

Typically 4-8 weeks for refunds or replacements

If the manufacturer is unresponsive

  • Document all communications with the manufacturer
  • Escalate to hospital risk management or patient safety contacts
  • File a consumer complaint with the FDA if necessary

How to prevent similar issues

  • Verify UDI and catalog numbers before procurement
  • Routinely review manufacturer recall notices for IV equipment
  • Use infusion sets from trusted suppliers with clear recall histories

Documentation advice

Keep recall notice, product packaging, and correspondence; document serial numbers/UDI codes and dates of purchase; photograph labels.

Product Details

Catalog Number: 352394 Primary UDI-DI: 4046964293375 Unit of Dose UDI-DI: 04046964293368 Quantity: 1,250 units Distribution: Worldwide distribution to US, Canada, Germany, Guatemala, and Singapore Recall Date: 2025-10-29 Manufacturer: B. Braun Medical Model/Line: ULTRASITE IV ADMIN SET 60DROP Price: Unknown

Reported Incidents

No injuries or incidents have been reported.

Key Facts

  • 1) 1,250 units recalled
  • 2) Catalog Number 352394
  • 3) Primary UDI-DI 4046964293375
  • 4) Unit of Dose UDI-DI 04046964293368
  • 5) Recall Date 2025-10-29
  • 6) Worldwide distribution to US, Canada, Germany, Guatemala, Singapore

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Safety Assessment

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

Product Details

Model Numbers
Catalog Number 352394
Primary UDI-DI 4046964293375
Unit of Dose UDI-DI 04046964293368
Report Date
December 3, 2025
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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