FDA Recall Terminated

LipiFlow Thermal Pulsation System/LipiFlow, System Activator (Disposable), Rx Only, Sterile

Recall: Z-1535-2017 · Initiated January 30, 2017

Recall

Recall Number
Z-1535-2017
Event Number
76365
Firm
Tearscience, Inc
FEI Number
3008169506
Product Code
ORZ
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Labeling Change Control
Initiated
January 30, 2017
Posted
March 22, 2017
Terminated
November 27, 2017
Address
5151 McCrimmon Pkwy, Ste 250, Morrisville, NC, 27560-5427

Description

LipiFlow Thermal Pulsation System/LipiFlow, System Activator (Disposable), Rx Only, Sterile

Reason

Labeling: The labeled storage temperature is not consistent with the temperature conditions tested for the entire four year shelf life duration.

Action

Tearscience sent an MEDICAL DEVICE LABELING CORRECTION/RECALL letter dated January 30, 2017. .Actions to be Taken by Customer: Within 10 business days of receipt of this letter, please take the following actions: 1) Read the enclosed Summary of Important Labeling Changes for the LipiFlow System. 2) Complete the Acknowledgement and Receipt form at www.TSVerify.pmcprograms.com or return the enclosed completed form by email or mail. 3) If you have stored Activators in an environment that is not temperature controlled (without heat and air conditioning), discontinue use of these Activators and call TearScience Labeling Change Hotline at (844) 872-5658. For any questions regarding this letter, please call (844) 872-5658 Monday through Friday, 8:00AM to 6:00PM, Eastern Time. We want to thank you for being a valuable TearScience partner, and as always would like to thank you for your business, your trust, and your commitment to treating MGD. For further questions please call (919) 459-4831.

Distribution

US (nationwide)

Quantity

94,095 units.