Supply Issues Baxter Healthcare Limited Bladder Irrigation Set FTK550 (ICN 3249)

• The supply issue with Bladder Irrigation Set from Baxter Healthcare Limited is now resolved.
• FTK550 is now available to order through our online catalogue.
• This ICN is now closed.

Change:

• The supplier Baxter Healthcare Limited has informed us of a supply issue with its Bladder Irrigation Set.
• One product code is affected:
  • FTK550 – Bladder Irrigation Set Spike set with open end 20cm.
• The supply issue is due to raw material shortage.

Impact:

• FTK550 is currently suspended and unavailable to order.
• Potential indirect alternative products are available to order through our online catalogue:
  • FTK023 – Bladder Irrigation Set Single lead non-vented spike chamber roller clamp catheter adapter silicone tube and cap 202cm
  • FTK120 – Bladder Irrigation Set Single lead with protector chamber roller clamp catheter adapter silicone tube and cap 191cm
  • FTK070 – Bladder Irrigation Set Single Bottle Universal Set
  • FTK058 – Bladder Irrigation Set Disposable Urology Set Single bag spike L 1.5m.
• See our Downloads ▼ section to access the product listing for further information on the affected product code and potential alternatives.
• The supply issue is anticipated to be resolved by 27 February 2026.

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 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.