MAUDE Adverse Event Report: C.R. Bard Inc. (Covington) -1018233 PureWick Male External Catheter

Catalog Number	PWMX30
Medical Device Problem Code	Biocompatibility (2886)
Health Effect - Clinical Codes	Hypersensitivity/Allergic reaction (1907); Blister (4537)
Date of Event	08/20/2026
Type of Reportable Event	Serious Injury
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that the husband said had a bad allergic reaction from using purewick from the adhesive.Customer also got blisters and had to get on antibiotics and took 3 weeks to heal.The issue started once he started using purewick.He is feeling better not but wife called to make sure we have insurance send monthly supply.It's unclear if lot number was requested.Unclear if medical intervention was provided.No additional information provided.
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that the customer's husband said had a bad allergic reaction from using purewick from the adhesive.Customer also got blisters and had to get on antibiotics and took 3 weeks to heal.The issue started once he started using purewick.He is feeling better not but wife called to make sure we have insurance send monthly supply.It's unclear if lot number was requested.Unclear if medical intervention was provided.No additional information provided.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
The investigation is still in progress.Once the investigation is complete a supplemental report will be filed.Udi format updated with available product information per gudid.H11: section a through f - the information provided by bd represents all the known information at this time.Despite good faith efforts to obtain additional information, the complainant / reporter was unable or unwilling to provide any further patient, product, or procedural details to bd.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
The reported event was inconclusive because this investigation did not result in any additional findings, and no sample was available for evaluation.Product labeling was reviewed for this investigation.It states: warnings: do not use on irritated skin.Examples include, but are not limited to, rashes, skin tears, or blisters.Stop use if an allergic reaction occurs.After use, this product may be a potential biohazard.Dispose of in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations.A dhr could not be performed since no lot number was provided.No additional actions can be taken at this time.Udi format updated with available product information per gudid.H11: sections a through f - the information provided by bd represents all the known information at this time.Despite good faith efforts to obtain additional information, the complainant / reporter was unable or unwilling to provide any further patient, product, or procedural details to bd.

• Brand Name: PureWick Male External Catheter
• Common Device Name: PureWick
• Manufacturer (Section D): C.R. Bard Inc. (Covington) -1018233; 8195 industrial blvd; covington GA 30014
• Manufacturer (Section G): C.R. Bard Inc. (Covington) -1018233; 8195 industrial blvd; covington GA 30014
• Manufacturer Contact: xeeroy rada ; 8195 industrial blvd; covington, GA 30014 ; +1(770)784-6100
• MDR Report Key: 50456174
• Report Number: 1018233-2026-05582
• Device Sequence Number: 15893444
• Product Code: NZU
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00801741226465
• UDI-Public: (01)00801741226465
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter State: TX
• Initial Reporter Country: US
• PMA/510(K) Number: Exempt
• Number of Events Summarized: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Reporter Type: Manufacturer
• Report Source: Other,Consumer
• Initial Reporter Occupation: Other Health Care Professional
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date (Section B): 08/31/2026

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: Yes
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: No
• Operator of Device: Lay User/Patient
• Device Catalogue Number: PWMX30
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Type of Report(Section G): Thirty-Day
• Initial Date Received by Manufacturer: 08/20/2026
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: Not provided
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 08/26/2026
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 09/03/2026
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N): No
• Is the Device Labeled for Single Use? (Y/N): Yes
• Is This a Single-Use Device that was Reprocessed and Reused on a Patient? (Y/N): No
• Usage of Device: Initial
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Outcome Attributed to Adverse Event: Other
• Patient Sex: Male