CLASS II ONGOING Device recall · Reported 23 Nov 2022 · FDA Enforcement Report
Simplex HV With Gentamicin CE-Bone cement with Gentomycin recalled
Howmedica Osteonics is recalling Simplex HV With Gentamicin CE-Bone cement with Gentomycin, distributed nationwide in the US. The recall was initiated on 21 Oct 2022 and the FDA has classified it as Class II.
Check your package
Stop using the device if the notice says to, and contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider for the correction or replacement.
Recall details
- Recall number
- Z-0240-2023
- FDA event ID
- 91044
- Recalling firm
- Howmedica Osteonics, Mahwah, NJ
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Ongoing
- Recall initiated
- 21 Oct 2022
- FDA classified
- 15 Nov 2022
- Reported
- 23 Nov 2022
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Letter
- Reason category
- Other Reasons
- Device type
- Other Medical Devices
Timeline
| 21 Oct 2022 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 15 Nov 2022 | Classified by FDA | +25 days |
| 23 Nov 2022 | Published in enforcement report | +8 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
Simplex HV With Gentamicin CE, 10 PACKS (P/N 6193-1-010) were distributed to customers who had ordered Simplex HV With Gentamicin in US, 10 PACKS (P/N 6195-1-010)
Product as listed by the FDA
Simplex HV With Gentamicin CE, 10 PACK-Bone cement with Gentomycin Catalog Number: 6193-1-010
Where it was distributed
US Nationwide distribution.
Questions about this recall
Is Simplex HV With Gentamicin CE-Bone cement with Gentomycin recalled?
Yes. Howmedica Osteonics recalled Simplex HV With Gentamicin CE-Bone cement with Gentomycin on 21 Oct 2022. The recall is Class II and its status is Ongoing. Recall number Z-0240-2023.
Why was it recalled?
Simplex HV With Gentamicin CE, 10 PACKS (P/N 6193-1-010) were distributed to customers who had ordered Simplex HV With Gentamicin in US, 10 PACKS (P/N 6195-1-010)
Which lots are affected?
UDI: (01)14260056885768(17)231130(10)145BB909GC Lot Number: 202BB943KC Exp. Date: 30/Sep/2024
Where was it sold?
US Nationwide distribution.
What should I do if I have it?
Stop using the device if the notice says to, and contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider for the correction or replacement.
What does Class II mean?
Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems, or the probability of serious harm is remote.
Read the official FDA notice · Source record retrieved 21 Sep 2026. The FDA describes openFDA data as unvalidated; the official notice takes precedence. This page reports the record and gives no medical advice.
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