Supply Issue Medicina Limited Hypodermic Syringes FWC348, FWC409 and FWC341 (ICN 2118)

Change:

• The supplier Medicina Limited has informed us of a supply issue with its hypodermic syringes.
• The three product codes affected are:
  • FWC348 – 10ml Luer Slip 3 Piece Concentric Clear Sterile
  • FWC349 – 20ml Luer Slip 3 Piece Eccentric Clear Sterile
  • FWC409 – 10ml Luer Slip 3 Piece Eccentric Clear Sterile.
• The supply issue is due to an increase in product demand outstripping production.

Impact:          

• The affected codes are currently unavailable to order.
• Potential indirect alternative products are available to order through our online catalogue.
• Please refer to the product listing below for further information on the affected product codes.
• The supply issue is anticipated to be resolved by 30 June 2023.

Next Steps:              

• Customers are advised to log into our website to view the potential indirect alternative products.
• If you have any further questions, please contact your local NHS Supply Chain Customer Relationship Manager or Customer Services Advisor.

Please note that due to the clinical nature of these alternative products we advise you to consult your own clinical experts to ensure suitability for your organisations use of these products.