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Spacer, Direct Patient Interface

NVO · Class II — Moderate Risk (510(k) clearance required) · Anesthesiology · 21 CFR 868.5630

Classification

FDA Product Code
NVO
Device class
Class II — Moderate Risk (510(k) clearance required)
Regulation
21 CFR 868.5630
Review panel
AN
Medical specialty
Anesthesiology
Submission type
1
GMP exempt
N
Life sustaining
N
Implant
N
Third-party review
N

Definition

Spacers are devices that are used with nebulizers and metered dose inhalers that are comprised of a reservior into which an aerosol medication is dispensed. A spacer uses an open mouthpiece. Spacers are intended to minimize delivery of large aerosolized particles.

Market data

Cleared 510(k) submissions
2
Registered establishments
3

Source

Authoritative
FDA Device Classification database
Machine
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