Supply Issues Great Bear Healthcare Limited Continence Care Products GDW173 (ICN 2481)

Change:

• The supplier Great Bear Healthcare Limited have informed us of a supply issue with their Urine Night/Bed Bag 3000ml Lever tap Sterile Night Bag Re-usable, weekly use, without hanger.
• There is one product code affected:
  • GDW173.
• The supply issue is due to supplier manufacturing issues.

 Impact:          

• GDW173 is currently suspended and unavailable to order.
• A potential indirect alternative product is available to order through our online catalogue.
• See our Downloads ▼ section to access the product listing for further information on the affected product codes and potential alternatives.
• The supply issue is anticipated to be resolved by 15 April 2024.

 Next Steps:

• 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.