BRENNEN MEDICAL BETA GLUCAN GEL

K982825 · Brennen Medical, Inc. · MGQ · Nov 6, 1998 · SU

Device Facts

• Record ID: K982825
• Device Name: BRENNEN MEDICAL BETA GLUCAN GEL
• Applicant: Brennen Medical, Inc.
• Product Code: MGQ · SU
• Decision Date: Nov 6, 1998
• Decision: SESE
• Submission Type: Traditional
• Device Class: Class U
• Attributes: Therapeutic

Intended Use

Brennen Beta Glucan Gel may be used to aid in the management of superficial and partial thickness burns; pressure ulcers (stages I-IV); venous, diabetic, and arterial ulcers; donor graft sites; superficial through full thickness wounds such as surgical wounds, minor abrasions and lacerations; and irritations of the skin. Brennen Glucan Gel provides a moist environment which supports in the autolytic debridement of wounds with scattered areas of necrosis and slough.

Device Story

Brennen Medical Beta Glucan Gel is a topical wound dressing. It functions by providing a moist environment to support autolytic debridement of wounds containing scattered necrosis or slough. It is intended for use in clinical settings for various wound types, including ulcers and surgical sites. The gel is applied topically to the wound bed to manage the environment; it does not accelerate healing or epithelization, nor is it a permanent dressing or synthetic skin. It is a prescription-use device.

Clinical Evidence

No clinical data provided; bench testing only.

Technological Characteristics

Topical gel formulation designed to maintain a moist wound environment. No specific materials, energy sources, or software components described.

Indications for Use

Indicated for management of superficial/partial thickness burns, pressure ulcers (stages I-IV), venous/diabetic/arterial ulcers, donor graft sites, surgical wounds, minor abrasions, lacerations, and skin irritations. Contraindicated for third-degree burns.

Submission Summary (Full Text)

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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850

6 1998 NOV

Mr. Kenneth B. Herland Director, Regulatory Affairs & Quality Assurance Brennen Medical, Inc. 1290 Hammond Road St. Paul. Minnesota 55110

Re: K982825

> Trade Name: Brennen Medical Beta Glucan Gel Regulatory Class: Unclassified Product Code: MGQ Dated: October 16, 1998 Received: October 19, 1998

Dear Mr. Herland:

We have reviewed your Section 510(k) notification of intent to market the device referenced above and we have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to 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 (the Act). You may, therefore, market vour device subject to the general controls provisions of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (Act) and the following limitations:

- 1. This device may not be labeled for use on third degree burns.
- This device may not be labeled as having any accelerating effect on the rate of 2. wound healing or epithelization.
- 3. This device may not be labeled as a long-term, permanent, or no-change dressing, or as an artificial (synthetic) skin.
- This device may not be labeled as a treatment or a cure for any type of wound. 4.

The labeling claims listed above would be considered a major modification in the intended use of the device and would require a premarket notification submission (21 CFR 807.81).

The general controls provisions of the Act include requirements for annual registration, listing of devices, good manufacturing practices, labeling, and prohibitions against

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misbranding and adulteration.

If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (Premarket Approval) it may be subject to such additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Title 21, Parts 800 to 895. A substantially equivalent determination assumes compliance with the Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) for Medical Devices: General GMP regulation (21 CFR Part 820) and that, through periodic GMP inspections, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will verify such assumptions. Failure to comply with the GMP regulation may result in regulatory action. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register. Please note: this response to your premarket notification submission does not affect any obligation you might have under sections 531 through 542 of the Act for devices under the Electronic Product Radiation Control provisions, or other Federal laws or regulations.

This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your 510(k) premarket notification. The FDA finding of substantial equivalence of your device to a legally marketed predicate device results in a classification for your device and thus, permits your device to proceed to the market.

If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801 and additionally 809.10 for in vitro diagnostic devices), please contact the Office of Compliance at [phone]. Additionally, for questions on the promotion and advertising of your device, please contact the Office of Compliance at [phone]. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR 807.97). Other general information on your responsibilities under the Act may be obtained from the Division of Small Manufacturers Assistance at its toll-free number [phone] or 301-443-6597 or at its internet address http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/dsmamain.html.

Sincerely yours,

Sallie McWane, Ph.D., M.D.

Ita M. Witten, Ph.D., M.D. Director Division of General and Restorative Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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K982825

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## 510(k) Number (If Known): K982825

## Device Name: Brennen Medical Beta Glucan Gel

## INDICATIONS FOR USE:

Brennen Beta Glucan Gel may be used to aid in the management of superficial and partial thickness burns; pressure ulcers (stages I-IV); venous, diabetic, and arterial ulcers; donor graft sites; superficial through full thickness wounds such as surgical wounds, minor abrasions and lacerations; and irritations of the skin.

Brennen Glucan Gel provides a moist environment which supports in the autolytic debridement of wounds with scattered areas of necrosis and slough.

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Concurrence of SAll, Value in Device Evaluation (VDL)

Prescription Use J (Per 21 CFR 801.109) OR

Over-The Counter-Use (Optional Format 1-2-96)

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Division of General Restorative Devices
510(k) Number K982825

Brennen Medical, Inc. Beta Glucan Gel 510(K) Submission