Supply Issues Johnson & Johnson Medical Ltd Laparoscopic Instruments FGS135 and FGS147 (ICN 3110)

• The supply issue with Laparoscopic Instruments from Johnson & Johnson Medical Ltd is continuing.
• One further product code is now subject to intermittent supply:
  • FGS147 – Stapler Linear Reload TX Linear Stapler 30mm vascular.
• One product remains subject to intermittent supply:
  • FGS135 – Cutter Linear Reload Linear Cutter 100mm blue.
• Two products are now affected in total.
• Potential indirect alternative products are available to order through our online catalogue for FGS135. However, some of these products may also become subject to intermittent supply with the increase in demand.
• See our Downloads ▼ section to access the product listing for further information on the affected product codes and potential alternatives.
• The supply issue is now anticipated to be resolved by 27 February 2026.

Change:

• The supplier Johnson & Johnson Medical Ltd has informed us of a supply issue with its Laparoscopic Instruments.
• There is one product affected:
  • FGS135 – Cutter Linear Reload Linear Cutter 100mm blue.
• The supply issue is due to increased demand.

Impact:

• FGS135 is still available to order on intermittent supply basis.
• A potential indirect alternative product is available to order through our online catalogue:
  • FGE9476 – Laparoscopic stapler PROXIMATE RELOAD THICK TISSUE.
• 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 6 November 2025.

Next Steps:              

• Customers are advised to log into our website to view the potential indirect alternative 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.