INOmax DSIR -(delivery system) delivers INOMAX (nitric oxide for inhalation) therapy gas into the...
FDA Device Recall #Z-1745-2022 — Class II — June 23, 2022
Recall Summary
| Recall Number | Z-1745-2022 |
| Classification | Class II — Moderate risk |
| Date Initiated | June 23, 2022 |
| Status | Ongoing |
| Voluntary | Voluntary: Firm initiated |
Recalling Firm
| Firm | Mallinckrodt, LLC. |
| Location | Bedminster, NJ |
| Product Type | Devices |
| Quantity | 4,225 units OUS |
Product Description
INOmax DSIR -(delivery system) delivers INOMAX (nitric oxide for inhalation) therapy gas into the inspiratory limb of the patient breathing circuit in a way that provides a constant concentration of nitric oxide (NO), as set by the user, Model Number: 10007
Reason for Recall
The INOmax DSIR Delivery System, manufactured by Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals, is not compatible with the upgraded version of the Leoni Plus ventilator, manufactured by Lowenstein Medical. The Leoni Plus ventilator was recently upgraded in 2021 by Lowenstein Medical, with new hardware and software, and the upgraded version cannot be appropriately connected with the INOmax DSIR as instructed in the INOmax DSIR Operators Manual (OM). The INOmax DSIR OM requires the use of a one-way valve with the Leoni Plus ventilator during High Frequency Oscillatory Ventilation mode and warns that use of the device without a one-way valve may result in high Nitric Oxide (NO) delivery.
Distribution Pattern
Foreign Only: Argentina Australia Austria Beligum Canada Chile Columbia Czech Republic Denmark Ecuador Estonia Finland France Germany Great Britain Hungary Iceland Ireland Italy Latvia Mexico Netherlands Norway Poland Portugal Romania Slovakia South Africa Spain Sweden Switzerland UAE Uruguay
Lot / Code Information
All serial numbers
Frequently Asked Questions
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What Should You Do?
Stop using this device if you are affected by this recall. Contact your healthcare provider and the manufacturer immediately for guidance. Report adverse events to FDA MedWatch.