{"id":47360,"date":"2017-07-06T06:12:45","date_gmt":"2017-07-06T10:12:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/asweetlife.org\/?p=47360"},"modified":"2019-04-11T06:33:40","modified_gmt":"2019-04-11T10:33:40","slug":"novo-nordisk-recalls-cartridge-holders-in-certain-novopen-echo-insulin-delivery-devices","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/asweetlife.org\/?p=47360","title":{"rendered":"Novo Nordisk Recalls Cartridge Holders in Certain NovoPen Echo Insulin Delivery Devices"},"content":{"rendered":"

Novo Nordisk is initiating a recall of insulin cartridge holders used in a small number of NovoPen Echo<\/b>\u00a0batches because they may crack or break if exposed to certain chemicals, like certain cleaning agents. \u00a0NovoPen\u00a0Echo<\/b>\u00a0is used for insulin treatment by people with diabetes. Using a device with a cracked\/broken cartridge holder may result in the device delivering a reduced dose of insulin which could potentially lead to high blood sugar. Novo Nordisk believes the risk of experiencing high blood sugar when using a device with an affected cartridge holder is low.\u00a0<\/p>\n

The warning signs of high blood sugar (also known as hyperglycemia) typically appear gradually and might include flushed, dry skin; feeling sleepy or tired; dry mouth, fruity (acetone) breath; urinating more often, feeling thirsty; losing your appetite, feeling or being sick (nausea or vomiting). Patients using an affected pen may want to check their blood sugar level more frequently until receiving a new cartridge holder.\u00a0 Patients should contact their health care provider if they believe they’re experiencing hyperglycemia.<\/p>\n

The affected batches were distributed between 8\/1\/2016 \u2013 6\/22\/2017 to distributors, sales representatives and replacement programs for further distribution to pharmacies, healthcare providers and patients nationwide.<\/p>\n

Novo Nordisk is notifying distributors, pharmacies, healthcare professionals and patients by mail and is arranging for product replacement.\u00a0 Replacement cartridge holders will be provided for NovoPen Echo<\/b>\u00a0from the following batches:<\/p>\n

U.S. batch numbers<\/b>
\n EVG1221\u00a0
\n EVG1226
\n FVG7149
\n FVG7458
\n FVG8134
\n FVG8135<\/p>\n

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If patients are in possession of a NovoPen Echo<\/b>\u00a0device with a batch number which is not<\/b> mentioned above, there is no reason for concern and they can be confident that the pen will work as intended.<\/p>\n

Novo Nordisk has received numerous complaints of damaged cartridge holders and has received some reports\u00a0of adverse events to date.<\/p>\n

Novo Nordisk has corrected this problem and has determined no other component of the pen is affected.<\/p>\n

Novo Nordisk is committed to delivering high-quality products and sincerely apologizes to patients and health care professionals. \u00a0We are working closely with the U.S Food and Drug Administration to ensure patient safety and further minimize disruption.<\/p>\n

In the United States, people with diabetes using a NovoPen Echo<\/b>\u00a0from one of the affected batches listed above are instructed to call Novo Nordisk at 1-855-419-8827<\/b> between 8 am and 6 pm EDT to get a replacement cartridge holder. \u00a0For questions specific to the recall, please call 1-855-419-8827.\u00a0 If you have any other general questions or concerns, please contact Novo Nordisk Customer Care at 1-800-727-6500, Monday-Friday, 8:30 am \u2013 6 pm EDT.<\/p>\n

Adverse reactions or quality problems experienced with the use of this product may be reported to the FDA’s MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program either online, by regular mail or by fax.<\/p>\n