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FDA Devices recall · Reported June 5, 2013

EZ Breathe Atomizer Model # EZ-100. For the delivery of liquid medications for respiratory usage.

Possible dislodgement of the "Plate A", if this instance occurs, it presents a potential choking hazard.

Recall #
Z-1371-2013
Affected scope
604 each
Initiated
April 30, 2013
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Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corp. recalled EZ Breathe Atomizer Model # EZ-100. For the delivery of liquid medications for respir… - a critical-severity action.

EZ Breathe Atomizer Model # EZ-100. For the delivery of liquid medications for respir… was recalled by Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corp. in June 5, 2013. Reason: Possible dislodgement of the "Plate A", if this instance occurs, it presents a potential choking hazard.. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-1371-2013 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corp. issued this critical-severity FDA Devices recall-Possible dislodgement of the "Plate A", if this instance occurs, it presents a potential choking hazard..

Critical
severity level
604 units
affected scope
Class I
classification
June 5, 2013
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-1371-2013 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-1371-2013) was formally reported on June 5, 2013, with the manufacturer initiating the action on April 30, 2013. It is classified under Critical severity (Class I), with a current status of Terminated. Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corp. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Orlando, FL. Federal records list the affected scope as 604 each.

The documented reason for this recall is: Possible dislodgement of the "Plate A", if this instance occurs, it presents a potential choking hazard. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Worldwide Distribution-USA (nationwide) including DC and Puerto Rico and the states of AL, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, IL, IN, IO, GA, KS, KY, LA, MD, MN, MS, MO, NK, NV, NJ, NM, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, TN , TX, VT, VA, WA,…. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 3 from FDA Devices - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Severity

Critical

Affected scope

604 each

Related Recalls

6

3 from same agency

Product description

EZ Breathe Atomizer Model # EZ-100. For the delivery of liquid medications for respiratory usage.

Reason for recall

Possible dislodgement of the "Plate A", if this instance occurs, it presents a potential choking hazard.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Devices recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Critical (Class I)
Status Terminated
Recall number Z-1371-2013
Date reported June 5, 2013
Date initiated April 30, 2013
Recalling firm Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corp.
Firm location Orlando, FL
Affected scope 604 each
Distribution Worldwide Distribution-USA (nationwide) including DC and Puerto Rico and the states of AL, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, IL, IN, IO, GA, KS, KY, LA, MD, MN, MS, MO, NK, NV, NJ, NM, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, TN , TX, VT, VA, WA, and WV, and the co…

Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Devices enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Scale of Impact

604 each units affected - limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) ✓ This recall
Multi-state (10K – 100K units) -
Large-scale (100K – 1M units) -
Massive (≥1M units) -

Bracket cutoffs follow federal recall-disclosure conventions; bar widths scale linearly within each bracket. Source: PlainRecalls analysis of U.S. Food and Drug Administration filings.

What to do with this recall

Match your product against the recall record, then act on the agency remedy.

  • Check the recall number (Z-1371-2013) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
  • Confirm the current status with FDA Devices before acting, recall details can be updated.
  • This is a Class I (high-risk) recall, stop using the product immediately and follow the disposal or return instructions. What to do next

This page summarizes the official FDA Devices record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
EZ Breathe Atomizer Model # EZ-100. For the delivery of liquid medications for respiratory usage.. Recalled by Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corp.. Units affected: 604 each.
Why was this product recalled?
Possible dislodgement of the "Plate A", if this instance occurs, it presents a potential choking hazard.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on June 5, 2013. Severity: Critical. Recall number: Z-1371-2013.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Worldwide Distribution-USA (nationwide) including DC and Puerto Rico and the states of AL, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, IL, IN, IO, GA, KS, KY, LA, MD, MN, MS, MO, NK, NV, NJ, NM, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, TN , TX, VT, VA, WA, and WV, and the countries of Guatemala, Poland, Panama, and United Kingdom..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-1371-2013) against your product. Visit the official FDA Devices website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
Should I stop using a recalled medication or medical device?
Do not stop using a recalled medication or device without consulting your healthcare provider first, as abruptly discontinuing treatment could pose its own health risks. Your doctor can advise on alternatives or whether the recall applies to your specific product lot. Check the recall number and lot information against your product packaging.

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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: FDA Devices, reported June 5, 2013. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.