MAUDE Adverse Event Report: ABBOTT DIABETES CARE INC FREESTYLE LIBRE 14 DAY; FLASH GLUCOSE MONITORING SYSTEM

Model Number 71940-01

Device Problem Low Readings (2460)

Patient Problems Fainting (1847); Loss of consciousness (2418)

Event Date 12/01/2020

Event Type  Injury  

Manufacturer Narrative

At this time, product has not yet been returned.An extended investigation has been performed for the reported complaint, and there was no indication that the product did not meet specification.Dhrs (device history record) for the freestyle libre sensor and freestyle libre sensor kit were reviewed, and the dhrs showed the freestyle libre sensor and sensor kit passed all tests prior to release.If the product is returned, a physical investigation will be performed and a follow-up report submitted.All pertinent information available to abbott diabetes care has been submitted.

Event Description

A caller reported on behalf of the customer a low readings issue with the freestyle libre sensor.The caller reported unspecified low readings with the freestyle libre sensor, which were lower than unspecified readings from a competitor meter.The customer experienced faintness and lost consciousness.He was instructed to treat with soda and candy by a doctor, through the phone.As the caller did not provide readings, it is unknown if the unspecified low readings were indicative of hypoglycemia, which would be consistent with treatment.There was no report of death or permanent injury associated with this event.

• Brand Name: FREESTYLE LIBRE 14 DAY
• Type of Device: FLASH GLUCOSE MONITORING SYSTEM
• Manufacturer (Section D): ABBOTT DIABETES CARE INC; 1360 south loop road; alameda CA 94502 7001
• Manufacturer Contact: erica frank ; 1360 south loop road; alameda, CA 94502-7001 ; 5104242454
• MDR Report Key: 11013174
• MDR Text Key: 221714880
• Report Number: 2954323-2020-13505
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: PZE
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00357599001018
• UDI-Public: 00357599001018
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: US
• PMA/PMN Number: P160030
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: consumer
• Reporter Occupation: Non-Healthcare Professional
• Type of Report: Initial
• Report Date: 12/15/2020

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 12/15/2020
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: Yes
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: No
• Device Operator: Lay User/Patient
• Device Expiration Date: 03/31/2021
• Device Model Number: 71940-01
• Device Catalogue Number: 71940
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Date Manufacturer Received: 12/01/2020
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Device Manufactured: 07/23/2020
• Is the Device Single Use?: Yes
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Type of Device Usage: N
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Patient Outcome(s): Required Intervention