BEUDAMED
    FDA Recall Terminated

    OmniPod Insulin Management System Starter Kit; Model Reference Number: SKT-UST400 (Starter Kit) Product Usage: The Starter Kit (SKT-UST400) is provided to users as an introduction to the OmniPod Insulin Management System prior to initiating care. It includes the Personal Diabetes Manager (PDM) with two AAA alkaline batteries, a USB cable, a Users Guide, a Soft Carrying Case, a Troubleshooting guide, a Warranty Registration Card, and two Alcohol Pads. The OmniPod Insulin Management System is intended for subcutaneous delivery of insulin at set and variable rates for the management of diabetes mellitus in persons requiring insulin and for the quantitative measurement of glucose in fresh whole capillary blood (in vitro) from the finger. The glucose measurements should not be used for the diagnosis of or screening for diabetes. The PDM glucose meter is intended for single-patient use and should not be shared. Abbott FreeStyle test strips are used with the built-in FreeStyle meter for the quantitative measurement of blood glucose in fresh whole capillary blood from the finger, upper arm and palm. Abbott Freestyle Control Solutions are used to verify that the meter and test-strips are working together properly and that the test is performed correctly.

    Recall: Z-0165-2014 · Initiated September 27, 2013

    Recall

    Recall Number
    Z-0165-2014
    Event Number
    66425
    Firm
    Insulet Corporation
    FEI Number
    3004464228
    Product Code
    LZG
    Status
    Terminated
    Root Cause
    Labeling design
    Initiated
    September 27, 2013
    Posted
    November 5, 2013
    Terminated
    March 4, 2014
    Address
    9 Oak Park Drive, Bedford, MA, 01730-1413

    Description

    OmniPod Insulin Management System Starter Kit; Model Reference Number: SKT-UST400 (Starter Kit) Product Usage: The Starter Kit (SKT-UST400) is provided to users as an introduction to the OmniPod Insulin Management System prior to initiating care. It includes the Personal Diabetes Manager (PDM) with two AAA alkaline batteries, a USB cable, a Users Guide, a Soft Carrying Case, a Troubleshooting guide, a Warranty Registration Card, and two Alcohol Pads. The OmniPod Insulin Management System is intended for subcutaneous delivery of insulin at set and variable rates for the management of diabetes mellitus in persons requiring insulin and for the quantitative measurement of glucose in fresh whole capillary blood (in vitro) from the finger. The glucose measurements should not be used for the diagnosis of or screening for diabetes. The PDM glucose meter is intended for single-patient use and should not be shared. Abbott FreeStyle test strips are used with the built-in FreeStyle meter for the quantitative measurement of blood glucose in fresh whole capillary blood from the finger, upper arm and palm. Abbott Freestyle Control Solutions are used to verify that the meter and test-strips are working together properly and that the test is performed correctly.

    Reason

    Alcohol Prep Pads contained within the kit are not properly labeled.

    Action

    Insulet sent an Important Corrective Action Notification letter dated September 27, 2013 to all affected customers. The letter identified the affected product, problem and actions to be taken. Customers are asked to discontinue use and properly dispose of the affected product. For questions contact Customer Care at (866) 941-0294.

    Distribution

    Worldwide Distribution - USA Nationwide and the country of Israel.

    Quantity

    1,719 starter kits