INOMAX has been recalled after discovering that there is a potential for failure of a pressure switch. Should this occur, it may result in interruption of the nitric oxide delivery to the patient. An interruption can lead to:
• Worsening of low blood oxygen level (hypoxemia)
• Low blood pressure (hypotension) and/or
• Increase in blood pressure in the pulmonary arteries (pulmonary hypertension)
• Death
To contact the manufactured, Ikaria, call their Customer Care office at1-877-KNOW-INO (1-877-566-9466).
For complete information about the recall, go to: INOMAX DS Drug-Delivery System: Class I Recall - Risk of Interruption of Drug Flow
INOMAX (Nitric Oxide) Delivery System Recalled Due to Risk of Interruption of Drug Flow (8.24.10)
August 24, 2010
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