# Major Recall Alert: ADDitIV® Administration Set and Related IV Sets Recalled Due to Backflow Risk and Occlusion Issues
The healthcare industry faces a significant recall involving multiple IV administration sets manufactured by B. Braun. These sets, which include **ADDitIV® Administration Sets, Infusomat® Space® Pump IV Sets, and Primary IV Sets**, have been flagged for a critical issue: **the potential for backflow of medication from secondary (piggyback) IV containers into primary IV containers**, along with **the inability to prime effectively due to occlusion risks**. This issue raises serious concerns about patient safety.
Learn all the details about this recall, why it matters, and what steps you should take to remain informed.
## Why This Recall is Important
This recall highlights serious complications that may arise in a medical setting. Intravenous (IV) administration sets play a crucial role in delivering medications and fluids directly into a patient’s bloodstream. Any malfunction, such as medication backflow or priming difficulties, can result in:
- **Altered or Interrupted Medication Delivery**: Backflow could lead to under-dosing or inappropriate mixing of medications.
- **Delayed Critical Care**: Priming issues (occlusion) could cause treatment delays, which is especially critical in urgent care scenarios.
- **Health Risks**: Errors in IV administration increase the risk of adverse events, such as medication interactions or compromised patient outcomes.
Healthcare professionals, caregivers, and facilities using these products must act now to mitigate risks.
## Details of the Recall
This recall affects a wide variety of IV administration sets from B. Braun. Below is a list of the impacted products:
- **ADDitIV® Administration Set**
- **Basic Administration Sets With Two Injection Sites**
- **Filtered Administration Sets**
- **Infusomat® Space® Pump Burette IV Set With Anti-Siphon Valve**
- **Infusomat® Space® Pump IV Set**
- **Infusomat® Space® Pump IV Set With Anti-Siphon Valve**
- **Infusomat® Space® Pump Y-Type Blood IV Set With Anti-Siphon Valve**
- **IV Administration Set**
- **Primary ADDitIV® Administration Sets With Check Valve**
- **Primary IV Set**
- **Primary ADDitIV® Mini-Drop Administration Sets With Check Valve**
The manufacturers identified an inherent flaw in these sets that may lead to:
- **Backflow of medication from the secondary (piggyback) containers into primary containers**
- **Occlusion issues that prevent priming**
This issue, if not addressed, could compromise patient safety in medical and home care environments.
For the official recall notice and more specifics, visit the [Canadian Recall Alert](https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/b-braun-iv-administration-sets-infusomatr-spacer-administration-sets).
## What You Should Do
If you or your facility currently uses any of the recalled IV administration sets, take the following steps immediately:
1. **Identify Affected Products**: Cross-reference the names and models listed above with the products in your inventory.
2. **Halt Use**: Discontinue using the impacted sets to prevent exposing patients to potential risks.
3. **Contact B. Braun**: Reach out to the manufacturer for instructions on returning or replacing the recalled products.
4. **Notify Staff**: Inform your medical team, caregivers, or anyone handling IV administration about this recall.
5. **Monitor Patients**: If any affected sets were used, monitor patients for irregularities in medication administration.
Prompt action can significantly reduce the risk of adverse outcomes for patients.
## Stay Safe – Get Instant Recall Alerts
Staying updated on critical recalls is essential in protecting patient health and maintaining compliance. Medical professionals, caregivers, and patients can subscribe to official recall alert systems or use health and safety apps for instant notifications.
For updates, visit the official [Government of Canada Recalls Page](https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/b-braun-iv-administration-sets-infusomatr-spacer-administration-sets).
**Take Action Now**: Download recall alert apps and stay ahead of important notifications about medical products. Keeping informed ensures you’re always prepared to safeguard patient safety.
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**Stay vigilant, spread the word, and make safety a priority. Together, we can minimize risks and keep healthcare environments safe!**