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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

ACCU-CHECK FastClix Lancing Device. It is intended for use in conjunction with a blood glucose monitoring system.

Reported: September 4, 2013 Initiated: August 19, 2013 #Z-2109-2013

Product Description

ACCU-CHECK FastClix Lancing Device. It is intended for use in conjunction with a blood glucose monitoring system.

Reason for Recall

Internal Roche inspections have revealed that after the lancet is used for a finger stick, the needle may not fully retract back within the lancet drum or back into the cap. This allows the needle to protrude inside the cap or outside of the cap of the ACCU-CHEK FastClix lancing device.

Details

Units Affected
36,332
Distribution
Nationwide Distribution
Location
Indianapolis, IN

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
ACCU-CHECK FastClix Lancing Device. It is intended for use in conjunction with a blood glucose monitoring system.. Recalled by Roche Diagnostics Operations, Inc.. Units affected: 36,332.
Why was this product recalled?
Internal Roche inspections have revealed that after the lancet is used for a finger stick, the needle may not fully retract back within the lancet drum or back into the cap. This allows the needle to protrude inside the cap or outside of the cap of the ACCU-CHEK FastClix lancing device.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on September 4, 2013. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2109-2013.