FDA Recall Terminated

GentleTouch System-Colostomy/Ileostomy Postoperative Kit; Ostomy pouch and accessories; UPC Code Number: 30003-020938; 2 3/4 in., 70mm; ConvaTec, Skillman, NJ 08558.

Recall: Z-1314-2008 · Initiated March 7, 2008

Recall

Recall Number
Z-1314-2008
Event Number
47210
Firm
ConvaTec
FEI Number
3011987967
Product Code
EXB
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Labeling mix-ups
Initiated
March 7, 2008
Posted
July 2, 2008
Terminated
October 21, 2008
Address
200 Headquarters Park Dr, Skillman, NJ, 08558-2624

Description

GentleTouch System-Colostomy/Ileostomy Postoperative Kit; Ostomy pouch and accessories; UPC Code Number: 30003-020938; 2 3/4 in., 70mm; ConvaTec, Skillman, NJ 08558.

Reason

Mislabeled: The carton label reads "For postsurgical use following a urostomy procedure." It should read "For postsurgical use following a colostomy or ileostomy procedure."

Action

Consignees were notified by an Urgent Product Recall letter sent on 3/7/08. The letter instructed users to return any unused affected product to the recalling firm for a credit. For additional information, contact 1-800-422-8811.

Distribution

Worldwide Distribution including USA and country of Canada.

Quantity

9,299 units