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FDA Devices recall · Reported July 16, 2014

The Hospira MedNet Medication Management Suite (MMS). Product Usage: The Hospira MedNet Medication Management Suite (MMS) is intended to facilitate networked communication between MMS compatible computer systems and Hospira infusion pumps. The MMS provides trained healthcare professionals with the capability to send, receive, report, and store information from interfaced external systems, and to configure and edit infusion programming parameters. The MMS is intended to provide a way to autom

Hospira MedNet 5.5, 5.8.1, and 5.8.2 contains software defect where the dosing units of "nanog/kg/min" and "milliUnits/min" are not sent to a Plum A+ device (Version 13.40, 13.41,…

Recall #
Z-2027-2014
Affected scope
13 units
Initiated
June 6, 2014
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Hospira Inc. recalled The Hospira MedNet Medication Management Suite (MMS). Product Usage: The Hospira MedN… - a moderate-severity action.

The Hospira MedNet Medication Management Suite (MMS). Product Usage: The Hospira MedN… was recalled by Hospira Inc. in July 16, 2014. Reason: Hospira MedNet 5.5, 5.8.1, and 5.8.2 contains software defect where the dosing units of "nanog/kg/min" and "m…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-2027-2014 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Hospira Inc. issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Hospira MedNet 5.5, 5.8.1, and 5.8.2 contains software defect where the dosing units of "nanog/kg/min" and "m….

Moderate
severity level
13 units
affected scope
Class II
classification
July 16, 2014
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-2027-2014 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-2027-2014) was formally reported on July 16, 2014, with the manufacturer initiating the action on June 6, 2014. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Hospira Inc. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Lake Forest, IL. Federal records list the affected scope as 13 units.

The documented reason for this recall is: Hospira MedNet 5.5, 5.8.1, and 5.8.2 contains software defect where the dosing units of "nanog/kg/min" and "milliUnits/min" are not sent to a Plum A+ device (Version 13.40, 13.41, and 13.4.2) via Auto Programming when t… Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: US Nationwide in the states of FL, LA, PA, WA, WY and the country of Hong Kong. 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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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

13 units

Related Recalls

6

3 from same agency

Product description

The Hospira MedNet Medication Management Suite (MMS). Product Usage: The Hospira MedNet Medication Management Suite (MMS) is intended to facilitate networked communication between MMS compatible computer systems and Hospira infusion pumps. The MMS provides trained healthcare professionals with the capability to send, receive, report, and store information from interfaced external systems, and to configure and edit infusion programming parameters. The MMS is intended to provide a way to automate the programming of infusion parameters, thereby decreasing the amount of manual steps necessary to enter infusion data. All data entry and validation of infusion parameters is performed by a trained healthcare professional according to physicians orders.

Reason for recall

Hospira MedNet 5.5, 5.8.1, and 5.8.2 contains software defect where the dosing units of "nanog/kg/min" and "milliUnits/min" are not sent to a Plum A+ device (Version 13.40, 13.41, and 13.4.2) via Auto Programming when those dosing units are not properly established in the customized drug library. A dosing unit mismatch of "nanog/kg/min" or "milliUnits/min" on an unmatched medication will produce a

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Devices recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Moderate (Class II)
Status Terminated
Recall number Z-2027-2014
Date reported July 16, 2014
Date initiated June 6, 2014
Recalling firm Hospira Inc.
Firm location Lake Forest, IL
Affected scope 13 units
Distribution US Nationwide in the states of FL, LA, PA, WA, WY and the country of Hong Kong

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

Scale of Impact

13 units 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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The Hospira MedNet Medication Management Suite (MMS). Product Usage: The Hospira MedNet Medication Management Suite (MMS) is intended to facilitate networked communication between MMS compatible computer systems and Hospira infusion pumps. The MMS provides trained healthcare professionals with the capability to send, receive, report, and store information from interfaced external systems, and to configure and edit infusion programming parameters. The MMS is intended to provide a way to automate the programming of infusion parameters, thereby decreasing the amount of manual steps necessary to enter infusion data. All data entry and validation of infusion parameters is performed by a trained healthcare professional according to physicians orders.. Recalled by Hospira Inc.. Units affected: 13 units.
Why was this product recalled?
Hospira MedNet 5.5, 5.8.1, and 5.8.2 contains software defect where the dosing units of "nanog/kg/min" and "milliUnits/min" are not sent to a Plum A+ device (Version 13.40, 13.41, and 13.4.2) via Auto Programming when those dosing units are not properly established in the customized drug library. A dosing unit mismatch of "nanog/kg/min" or "milliUnits/min" on an unmatched medication will produce a
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on July 16, 2014. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2027-2014.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: US Nationwide in the states of FL, LA, PA, WA, WY and the country of Hong Kong.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-2027-2014) 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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