Syringe with fixed needle - For use only with GONAL-F Multi-Dose 600 I/U mL FSH
K161606 · Terumo Europe N.V. · FMF · Feb 10, 2017 · General Hospital
Device Facts
Record ID
K161606
Device Name
Syringe with fixed needle - For use only with GONAL-F Multi-Dose 600 I/U mL FSH
Applicant
Terumo Europe N.V.
Product Code
FMF · General Hospital
Decision Date
Feb 10, 2017
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 880.5860
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
The "Syringe with fixed needle - For use only with GONAL-f Multi-Dose 600 IU/mL FSH" is a hypodermic syringe with fixed needle intended for manual aspiration of GONAL-f Multi-Dose and for the injection of this solution into parts of the body below the surface of the skin. The syringes designed for manual use are intended for use soon after filling, as they are not suitable for containing GONAL-f Multi-Dose over extended periods of time.
Device Story
Device is a 1 mL hypodermic piston syringe with a permanently attached 27G x 1/2" single lumen needle. Designed for manual aspiration and subcutaneous injection of GONAL-f Multi-Dose 600 IU/mL FSH. Operated manually by clinician or patient. Features graduated scale specific to GONAL-f. Single-use device; needle protected by cap. Benefits patient by providing precise delivery mechanism for specific fertility medication. Used in clinical or home settings. Output is the delivered medication dose; healthcare provider uses graduated markings to ensure accurate dosing.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Verification activities included cleanliness, visual appearance, gasket positioning, needle length, blister integrity, peel/seal strength, leakage testing (air/liquid), mobility force, graduated capacity tolerance, dead space volume, assembly fitting, printing resistance, and needle penetration resistance. Biocompatibility testing performed per EN ISO 10993 (cytotoxicity, haemolysis, systemic toxicity, intracutaneous reactivity, sensitization, pyrogenicity, LAL).
Technological Characteristics
1 mL piston syringe with fixed 27G x 1/2" stainless steel needle. Materials: Polypropylene barrel/plunger, thermoplastic elastomer gasket, silicone lubricant. Sterilization: Ethylene oxide (EtO) to SAL 10^-6 per EN ISO 11135. Standards: EN ISO 8537 (syringe performance), EN ISO 11607-1 (packaging), EN ISO 10993 (biocompatibility).
Indications for Use
Indicated for manual aspiration and subcutaneous injection of GONAL-f Multi-Dose 600 IU/mL FSH solution. Intended for use soon after filling; not for storage of medication.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A piston syringe is a device intended for medical purposes that consists of a calibrated hollow barrel and a movable plunger. At one end of the barrel there is a male connector (nozzle) for fitting the female connector (hub) of a hypodermic single lumen needle. The device is used to inject fluids into, or withdraw fluids from, the body.
Predicate Devices
Serono GONAL-f Multi-dose Use Only at 600IU/ml Syringe (K003571)
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
February 10, 2017
Terumo Europe N.V. Mrs. M.J. Aerts Regulatory Affairs Manager Interleuvenlaan 40 3001 Leuven BELGIUM
Re: K161606
Trade/Device Name: Syringe with fixed needle - For use only with GONAL-f Multi-Dose 600IU/mL FSH Regulation Number: 21 CFR 880.5860 Regulation Name: Piston Syringe Regulatory Class: II Product Code: FMF,FMI Dated: December 22, 2016 Received: January 11, 2017
Dear Mrs. M.J. Aerts:
We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device referenced above and have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to legally marketed predicate devices marketed in interstate commerce prior to May 28, 1976, the enactment date of the Medical Device Amendments, or to devices that have been reclassified in accordance with the provisions of the Federal Food. Drug, and Cosmetic Act (Act) that do not require approval of a premarket approval application (PMA). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions of the Act. The general controls provisions of the Act include requirements for annual registration, listing of devices, good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions against misbranding and adulteration. Please note: CDRH does not evaluate information related to contract liability warranties. We remind you, however, that device labeling must be truthful and not misleading.
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Enclosure
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K161606
Device Name
Syringe with fixed needle - For use only with GONAL-f Multi-Dose 600 IU/mL FSH
Indications for Use (Describe)
The "Syringe with fixed needle - For use only with GONAL-f Multi-Dose 600 IU/mL FSH" is a hypodermic syringe with fixed needle intended for manual aspiration of GONAL-f Multi-Dose and for the solution into parts of the body below the surface of the skin.
The syringes designed for manual use are intended for use soon after filling, as they are not suitable for containing GONAL-f Multi-Dose over extended periods of time.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
| <div> <span> <span style="font-size: 20px;">☑</span> Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) </span> </div> |
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| <div> <span> <span style="font-size: 20px;">☐</span> Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C) </span> </div> |
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#### ll. 510(k) SUMMARY as required by 807.92 (K161606)
## Submitter Information
| Prepared for: | TERUMO EUROPE N.V.<br>Interleuvenlaan 40,<br>3001 Leuven,<br>BELGIUM |
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| Prepared by: | Mrs. M.J. Aerts - Manager Regulatory Affairs<br>Tel. (+32) 16 38 13 53<br>Fax (+32) 16 40 02 49 |
| Date prepared: | February 9, 2017 |
#### II.1. Device Name
Proprietary Name: Syringe with fixed needle - For use only with GONAL-f Multi-Dose 600 IU/mL FSH
Common Name: Hypodermic syringe with a fixed hypodermic single lumen needle
Regulation Name: Piston syringe
Regulation Number: 880.5860
Product Code: FMF,FMI
Review Panel: General Hospital
Classification: Class II
#### II.2. Predicate Device
Proprietary Name: Serono GONAL-f Multi-dose Use Only at 600IU/ml Syringe Regulation Name: Piston Syringe Requlation Number: 880.5860 Product Code: FMF Classification: Class II
#### II.3. Indications for Use
The "Syringe with fixed needle - For use only with GONAL-f Multi-Dose 600 IU/mL FSH" is a hypodermic syringe with fixed needle intended for manual aspiration of GONAL-f Multi-Dose and for injection of this solution into parts of the body below the surface of the skin.
The syringes designed for manual use are intended for use soon after filling, as they are not suitable for containing GONAL-f Multi-Dose over extended periods of time.
#### ||.4. Description
The "Syringe with fixed needle – For use only with GONAL-f Multi-Dose 600 IU/mL FSH" is comprised of a standard piston syringe with a permanently attached (fixed) hypodermic single lumen needle designed for the manual aspiration and injection of GONAL-f Multi-Dose. The needle is covered by a protective cap. The graduated scale is specifically designed for GONAL-f Multi-Dose. This syringe is a 1 ml syringe with 27G x 12" fixed needle. This is a single use syringe.
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#### II.5. Substantial Equivalence
| | Syringe with fixed needle - For use only<br>with GONAL-f Multi-Dose 600 IU/mL FSH<br>(Terumo Europe, Belgium)<br>(Subject of this 510k) | Syringe - Use only with GONAL-f Multi-<br>dose at 600IU/ml<br>(Terumo Medical Corporation)<br>(K003571)<br>(Predicate device) |
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| Indications for Use | The "Syringe with fixed needle - For use<br>only with GONAL-f Multi-Dose 600 IU/mL<br>FSH" is a hypodermic syringe with fixed<br>needle intended for manual aspiration of<br>GONAL-F Multi-Dose and for the injection<br>of this solution into parts of the body<br>below the surface of the skin.<br>The syringes designed for manual use<br>are intended for use soon after filling, as<br>they are not suitable for containing<br>GONAL-f Multi-Dose over extended<br>periods of time | The Serono Gonal-f Multi-dose only at<br>600IU/ml syringe is intended for manual<br>aspiration of Gonal-f Multi-dose only at 600<br>IU/ml and for the injection of this solution<br>into body parts below the surface of the<br>skin. The syringe is designed for manual<br>use. It is specifically indicated for the Gonal-<br>f Multidose only solutions manufactured by<br>Serono Lab. |
| Materials<br>Plunger<br>Cannula<br>Protector<br>Barrel<br>Gasket<br>Lubricant<br>Printing<br>Description<br>/Specifications | Polypropylene + Masterbatch White<br>Stainless steel<br>Polypropylene + Masterbatch White<br>Polypropylene<br>Thermoplastic elastomer<br>Silicone<br>Black ink<br>Same as predicate | Polystyrene<br>Stainless steel<br>HD-Polyethylene + Masterbatch White<br>Polypropylene<br>Thermoplastic elastomer<br>Silicone<br>Black ink<br>A standard piston syringe made of a plastic<br>barrel and plunger and a synthetic rubber<br>gasket. |
| Needle Gauge/length | Same as predicate | 27G x ½" |
| Principle of Operation | Same as predicate | Manually |
| Unit packaging | Same as predicate | Blister packaging |
| Sterilization | EtO to SAL 10-6 | Gamma irradiation to SAL 10-6 |
| Shelf life | Same as predicate | 5 years |
Most characteristics are similar or identical.
There are some minor differences in the indications for use. The language has been updated to clearly state how the device is to be used and to indicate that the device should not to be used for storage of GONAL-f. These updates do not change the intended use of the device.
There are some differences in materials for the plunger and the protector, however polypropylene used for the proposed device is a well-known polymer material for medical applications, as are polystyrene and polyethylene used for the predicate device. The sterilization method is different, however SAL 100 is guaranteed by both EtO for the proposed device and gamma irradiation for the predicate device.
The differences do not raise questions of safety and effectiveness
#### II.6. Summary of Verification Activities
All necessary verification and validation tests have been performed by testing the "Syringe with fixed needle - For use only with GONAL-f Multi-Dose 600 IU/mL FSH". Summary of the verification activities including acceptance criteria is given in the table below:
| TEST | STANDARD OR INTERNAL ACCEPTANCE CRITERIA |
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| 1. Cleanliness and visual appearance | Cleanliness and visual appearance in accordance with EN ISO 8537. |
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| 2. Position of gasket | The gasket is assembled so that the fiducial line is positioned at 3 mm<br>+1/-3 mm from the zero-line of the graduation in accordance with internal acceptance<br>criteria. |
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| 3. Effective needle length | Effective needle length needs to be between 10 and 14 mm in accordance with<br>internal acceptance criteria. |
| 4. Blister dimension +<br>seal width | The dimension of the blister pack is in accordance with the technical drawing (LxW:<br>150 x 34.3 mm). The seal width of the blister pack is minimum 2 mm. This is in<br>accordance with internal acceptance criteria. |
| 5. Peel behavior | Peel behavior in accordance with EN ISO 11607-1. |
| 6. Sterile barrier system<br>integrity | Sterile barrier system integrity in accordance with EN ISO 11607-1. |
| 7. Peel strength | Peel strength in accordance with EN ISO 11607-1. |
| 8. Seal strength | Seal strength in accordance with EN ISO 11607-1. |
| 9. Package burst | Package burst test in accordance with EN ISO 11607-1. |
| 10. Air leakage past<br>gasket and needle/barrel<br>connection | No leakage of air past the gasket and needle/barrel connection in accordance with<br>EN ISO 8537. |
| 11. Liquid leakage past<br>gasket and needle/barrel<br>connection | No leakage of water past the gasket and needle/barrel connection in accordance<br>with EN ISO 8537. |
| 12. Mobility Force | The Initial Force is maximum 10 N and the Emptying Force is maximum 1.0 N in<br>accordance with internal acceptance criteria. |
| 13. Tolerance on<br>graduated capacity | Tolerance on graduated capacity is in accordance with EN ISO 8537 |
| 14. Dead space volume | Dead space volume in accordance with EN ISO 8537. |
| 15. Plunger-gasket<br>assembly fitting | The gasket-plunger does not separate in accordance with internal acceptance<br>criteria. |
| 16. Stopper function<br>strength | The stopper function strength is more than 10 N in accordance with internal<br>acceptance criteria. |
| 17. Barrel printing<br>resistance | To check the readability of the graduated printing of syringes after contact with water,<br>ethanol, oil, antiseptic solution or tension-active solution, or after pencil scratching or<br>dry rubbing with finger. This is in accordance with internal acceptance criteria. |
| 18. Protector fitting<br>strength | The protector fitting strength is between 2 N and 12 N in accordance with internal<br>acceptance criteria. |
| 19. Bonding strength<br>cannula | Bonding strength of the cannula in accordance with EN ISO 8537. |
| 20. Needle penetration<br>resistance | The penetration resistance of cannula point and drag complies with the limits<br>specified as follow: Point Value ≤ 0.12 N and Drag Value ≤ 0.04 N.<br>This is in<br>accordance with internal acceptance criteria. |
| 21. Transport simulation<br>test | There is no damage of the sterile barrier after vibration test (in accordance with EN<br>ISO 2247), roll test (in accordance with EN ISO 2876) and vertical impact test (in<br>accordance with drop test) (in accordance with EN ISO 2248) |
### II.7. Additional Information
The sterility of the "Syringe with fixed needle – For use only with GONAL-f Multi-Dose 600 IU/mL FSH" is assured by using a validated sterilization method qualified in accordance with EN ISO 11135: "Sterilization of health care products - Ethylene oxide: Requirements for development, validation and routine control of a sterilization process for medical devices" to a sterility assurance level (SAL) of 10-6
Ethylene oxide and ethylene chlorohydrin residual levels resulting from EtO sterilization are in compliance with EN ISO 10993-7: "Biological evaluation of medical devices - Part 7: Ethylene oxide sterilization residuals". The shelf life has been established at 5 years.
The "Syringe with fixed needle – For use only with GONAL-f Multi-Dose 600 IU/mL FSH" is an External Communicating device, Contacting Circulating Blood, Limited Exposure (≤ 24 hrs). The device's blood contacting materials were tested in accordance with the tests recommended in the FDA General Program Memorandum #G95-1 (5/1/95): Use of International Standard EN ISO-10993-1, "Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices. Part-1:
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Evaluating and testing within a risk management process". The following biocompatibility tests have been performed:
- cytotoxicity (in accordance with EN ISO 10993-5), ●
- haemolysis (in accordance with EN ISO 10993-4), ●
- systemic (acute) toxicity (in accordance with EN ISO 10993-11), ●
- intracutaneous reactivity (in accordance with EN ISO 10993-10), .
- sensitization (in accordance with EN ISO 10993-10), .
- . pyrogenicity
- LAL Testing ●
Results of the testing demonstrate that the blood contacting materials are biocompatible.
#### II.8. Conclusion
In summary, the "Syringe with fixed needle – For use only with GONAL-f Multi-Dose 600 IU/mL FSH" is substantially equivalent in intended use, description/specifications, technology/principal of operation, materials, and performance to the following cleared device: "Serono GONAL-f Multi-dose Use Only at 6001U/ml Syringe", manufactured by Terumo Medical Corporation (K003517).
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