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Class 2 Device Recall GemStar Infusion System

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 Class 2 Device Recall GemStar Infusion Systemsee related information
Date Initiated by FirmMarch 21, 2013
Date PostedApril 15, 2013
Recall Status1 Terminated 3 on August 29, 2016
Recall NumberZ-1117-2013
Recall Event ID 64841
510(K)NumberK060806 K083019 
Product Classification Pump, Infusion - Product Code FRN
ProductThe GemStar Pump is a small and lightweight, single channel infusion device designed for use in the home, in the hospital, or anywhere electronic infusion is required. The GemStar Pump can be powered by AC mains adaptor, rechargeable battery pack, docking station, or two disposable AA alkaline batteries. When powered by batteries, The GemStar Pump is ideal for ambulatory patients.
Code Information List Numbers: 13086, 13087, 13088
Recalling Firm/
Manufacturer		 Hospira Inc.
275 N Field Dr
Lake Forest IL 60045-2579
For Additional Information ContactChris Eustace
224-212-4892
Manufacturer Reason
for Recall		During infusions of 2.0 mL/hr the motor assembly may rotate backwards capturing additional medication resulting in over-infusion.
FDA Determined
Cause 2		Nonconforming Material/Component
ActionHospira sent an Urgent Device Field Correction letter dated March 21, 2013, to all affected customers. The letter identified the product, the problem, and the action to be taken by the customer. Customers were instructed to refrain from using the affected produc and contact Hospira at 1-800-441-4100 to arrange for return of their device for repair. Customers were directed to notify their customers if they further distributed the product and confirm they have done so by return of the reply form to Stericycle. For questions regarding this recall call 224-212-4892.
Quantity in Commerce1) List Number 13086: 286 pumps; 3) List Number 13087: 45,376 pumps; 4) List Number 13088: 23,492 pumps
DistributionWorldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) and Internationally to Australia, New Zealand, China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Japan, Korea, Philippines, Thailand, Malaysia, Canada, Austria, Bahrain, Belgium, Croatia, Denmark, Egypt, Finland, France, Germany, Gibraltar, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Oman, Portugal, Qatar, Romania, Saudi Arabia, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, UK, United Arab Emirates, Brazil, Chile and Colombia.
Total Product Life CycleTPLC Device Report
1 A record in this database is created when a firm initiates a correction or removal action. The record is updated if the FDA identifies a violation and classifies the action as a recall, and it is updated for a final time when the recall is terminated. Learn more about medical device recalls.
2 Per FDA policy, recall cause determinations are subject to modification up to the point of termination of the recall.
3 For details about termination of a recall see Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Title 21 §7.55.
510(K) Database510(K)s with Product Code = FRN
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