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Philips North America LLC recalls Philips HeartStart Infant/Child SMART Pads Cartridge, Model # M5072A, UDI:00884838023758
Recalled October 2, 2019 · FDA recall Z-2549-2019 · Philips North America
Hazard
The recall is being initiated due to incorrect age range labeling (8+ yrs) on the foil packaging for infant/child pad cartridges. The infant/child pad cartridge is designed for use with the defibrillator An Infant/Child pad cartridge should not be used on an adult because it delivers lower energy (50 J vs 150 J) than the Adult pads cartridge and may therefore not be effective on an adult. · FDA Class II
Units
181,894 Infant/Child SMART Pads Pads
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Description
The recall is being initiated due to incorrect age range labeling (8+ yrs) on the foil packaging for infant/child pad cartridges. The infant/child pad cartridge is designed for use with the defibrillator An Infant/Child pad cartridge should not be used on an adult because it delivers lower energy (50 J vs 150 J) than the Adult pads cartridge and may therefore not be effective on an adult.
Product
Philips HeartStart Infant/Child SMART Pads Cartridge, Model # M5072A, UDI:00884838023758
Manufacturer(s)
Philips North America LLC
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Official recall notice on fda.gov →