Hospira Inc. recalls LifeCare PCA 3, PCA Serial List Number 12384 Allows for clinician administration or self-administration of analgesic me…

Recall date

March 8, 2013

Source

U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) — enforcement report

Recall number

Z-2874-2016

FDA classification

Class II

Brand / firm

Hospira Inc.

Sold / distributed

United States (Nationwide) Distribution including Puerto Rico and American Virgin Islands.

Why it was recalled

Screw rotation error occurring when the pump detects a mismatch between the number of steps given to the motor driving delivery and the number of steps the motor actually took. When this malfunction occurs, the pump will alarm and infusion stops.

Class II means using this product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems; the chance of serious harm is remote.

What was recalled

LifeCare PCA 3, PCA Serial List Number 12384 Allows for clinician administration or self-administration of analgesic medications.