| TGA Action ID |
RC-2026-RN-00120-1 |
| Type of Product |
Medical Device |
| Product Name/Description |
Broselow Rainbow Tape (2025 Edition, 36-23446 Rev 3)
Product Codes: 7700REA, 7700RE, 7730ALS, 7730IALS, AE4700, AE4800 |
| ARTG Number |
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| Action Type |
Recall |
| Action Level |
Hospital |
| Hazard Classification |
Class I |
| Reason for the Action |
There are multiple content discrepancies on the AirLife Broselow Rainbow Tape (2025 Edition, 36-23446 Rev 3). AirLife has identified three medication-related errors in the content printed on the affected version. The incorrectly printed medication dosages affect the information of Vecuronium, Flumazenil and Ketamine (IV/IO for pain/analgesia).
No patient injuries or adverse events have been reported to date.
This action has been undertaken prior to notification to the TGA.
Update 02/03/2026: AirLife has identified an additional medication-related print error. The incorrect dosage information affects Mannitol. |
| Instructions for Customers/Users |
- Stop using the affected tapes and quarantine the affected product immediately.
- Return the affected product back to the supplier.
- This action was initiated prior to TGA notification.
This action has been finalised on 7/4/2026. |
| Action Commencement Date |
13/02/2026 |
| Responsible Entity |
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| Contact Information |
(02) 9743 3888 - Medical Devices |