Supply Issues Advanced Medical Solutions Tissue Adhesives FVF009 (ICN 3323)

Change:

• The supplier Advanced Medical Solutions has informed us of a supply issue with its tissue adhesives.
• One product code is affected:
  • FVF0L9 – Tissue Adhesives iquiBand Optima 0.5g.
• The supply issue is due to a component shortage.
• Due to this ongoing supply issue this product is now being threshold managed as it is subject to Protect Demand Management.

Impact:

• FVF009 is available to order through NHS Supply Chain. However, trusts are allocated a maximum daily quantity or “threshold” to ensure fair supply of available stock across the NHS.
• A potential indirect alternative product is available to order through our online catalogue:
  • FVF057 – Tissue Adhesives Topical Skin adhesive high viscosity medical cyanoacrylate 0.7ml.
• See our Downloads ▼ section to access the product listing for further information on the affected product code and potential alternative.
• The supply issue is anticipated to be resolved by 15 May 2026.

Next Steps:              

• Customers are advised to log into our website to view the product listing for further information on the affected product code and potential alternative and to view the product codes currently subject to Protect Demand Management.
• Please consider cost, training, compatibility and availability when considering alternates for the affected product.
• The continuing supply issue is being monitored in conjunction with the supplier, and we will continue to review the stock situation to minimise further disruption and update this ICN with the latest information as it becomes available.
• If you have any further questions, please contact your local NHS Supply Chain 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.