Supply Issues Vygon UK Ltd IV Therapy Tube FWL048 (ICN 3534)

Change:

• The supplier Vygon Uk Ltd has informed us of a supply issue with its IV therapy tube.
• There is one product code affected:
  • FWL048 − Tube pressure monitoring male/female luer lock sterile PE 1.5mm id x 2.5mm od x 200cm long.
• The supply issue is due to supplier manufacturing issues.
• Due to this ongoing supply issue, this product is now being threshold managed as it is subject to Protect Demand Management.

Impact:

• The affected product 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.
• Potential indirect alternatives are currently suspended. Customers are advised to view the online catalogue for products they deem suitable:
• • FSC097 – Extension set bore micro male/female luer lock PE 1mm id x 2mm od x 200cm
  • FWL050 – Tube pressure monitoring male/female luer lock sterile PE 1.5mm id x 2.5mm od x 150cm long.
• See our Downloads ▼ section to access the product listing for further information on the affected product codes and potential alternatives and for a full list of product codes subject to Protect Demand Management.
• The supply issue is anticipated to be resolved by 26 November 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 alternatives.
• However, as this is currently a disrupted market and supply is subject to rapid change, the alternatives offered may also be experiencing temporary supply issues and therefore, customers may need to consider clinically reviewing all additional alternatives provided.
• 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.