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High RiskFDAfda-Z-0598-2020STERILITY ISSUE

XEN Gel Stent, REF 5513-001(US Model), Sterile, RX Only, (01)10888628032439 ; Other Model Numbers: 5507-001(Global Model) and 5517-001(Au...

Units Affected
145,711
Recall Date
October 30, 2019
Issuing Agency
Hazard
Sterility Issue

FDA Recall Notice

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) — official FDA notice for recall FDA-Z-0598-2020.

Residual polishing compounds, that are used in the needle sleeve manufacturing process, may be present on the injector needle. The residual polishing compounds could transfer to the patient's eye during procedure possibly resulting in irritation, inflammation, local allergic reaction/ hypersensitivity, iritis, uveitis/sterile endophthalmitis or an intraocular foreign body.

Corrective Action (per FDA)

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) — official FDA notice for recall FDA-Z-0598-2020.

Recall ongoing. Follow firm instructions.

✅ What you should do

  1. Stop using the product if you own it.
  2. Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
  3. Contact Allergan Plc or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
  4. For the most current official instructions, visit the FDA recall page.
  5. If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to FDA.

Consumer Contact (per FDA)

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) — official FDA notice for recall FDA-Z-0598-2020.

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Allergan Plc Recall FAQ

Allergan Plc is the subject of a medical implants safety report: XEN Gel Stent, REF 5513-001(US Model), Sterile, RX Only, (01)10888628032439 ; Other Model Numbers: 5507-001(Global Model) and 5517-001(Au.... The notice was published on October 30, 2019 by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Approximately 145,711 units are potentially affected.