Supply Issues Fresenius Kabi Ltd Feeding Tube Gastrostomy PEG FWM2775 (ICN 2969)

Change:

• The supplier Fresenius Kabi Ltd has informed us of a supply issue with its Gastrostomy Feeding Tubes.
• There is one product affected:
  • FWM2775 – 15fg 35cm Polyurethane Feeding Tube Gastrostomy PEG.
• The supply issue is due to supplier manufacturing issues.

Impact:

• FWM2775 is currently suspended and unavailable to order.
• Potential indirect alternative products are available to order through our online catalogue:
• • FWM2326 – 16fg 260cm Polyurethane Feeding Tube Gastrostomy PEG
  • FWM3401 – 16fg 260cm Polyurethane Feeding Tube Gastrostomy PEG
  • FWM3444 – 16fg 260cm Polyurethane Feeding Tube Gastrostomy PEG.
• 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 30 June 2025.

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 alternatives.
• We will update the ICN when we have further information.
• 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.