← Product Code MGQ · K990440

# GENTELL HYDROGEL SPRAY GEL, APPLIGARD SQUEEZE (K990440)

_Gentell · MGQ · Aug 12, 1999 · SU · SESE_

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## Device Facts

- **Applicant:** Gentell
- **Product Code:** MGQ
- **Decision Date:** Aug 12, 1999
- **Decision:** SESE
- **Submission Type:** Traditional
- **Device Class:** Class U
- **Review Panel:** SU
- **Attributes:** Therapeutic

## Indications for Use

Pressure ulcers, stage II, III & IV wounds Venous ulcers 1st & 2nd degree bums

## Device Story

Gentell Hydrogel is an amorphous gel composed of high molecular weight hydrophilic polymer, water, and aloe vera. It functions as a primary wound dressing to maintain a moist healing environment. The gel is supplied in a multidose eight-ounce trigger spray bottle or a four-ounce tube. It is applied topically to the wound site. The gel can be removed via gentle irrigation, which minimizes potential tissue damage during dressing changes. The device is not terminally sterilized; bioburden reduction is achieved through the use of preservatives.

## Clinical Evidence

Bench testing only. Testing included biocompatibility (irritation, sensitization, cytotoxicity) and preservative effectiveness testing.

## Technological Characteristics

Amorphous hydrogel composed of high molecular weight hydrophilic polymer, water, and aloe vera. Supplied in trigger spray bottle or tube. Non-sterile; bioburden controlled via preservatives. No electronic or software components.

## Predicate Devices

- Carrington Dermal Wound Gel ([K894541](/device/K894541.md))
- Eutra Gel for Wound Dressing ([K932291](/device/K932291.md))

## Submission Summary (Full Text)

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## 510 (k) Summary

Safety and Effectiveness

Summary:

Common Namc:

Corespondent:

Prepared:

AUG 12 200

Gentell Hydrogel Wound Dressing

79 MGO Dressing Classification Name

Hydrogel Wound Dressing

Demetrius Trihoulis

January 29, 1999

Gentell hydrogel is an amorphous gel formed with a high molecular weight hydrophilic polymer, water and aloc vera. This primary wound dressing is intended to provide a moist healing environment. Gel may be removed by gentle irrigation, reducing the potential of tissue damage.

Gentell hydrogel is supplied in a multidose cight ounce trigger spray boule and a four ounce tube. This product is not terminally sterilized and bioburden reduction/stasis is achieved through preservation.

Testing consistent with the Tripartite Biocompatibility Guidance for Medical Devices includes: irritation, sensitization, cytotoxicity and preservative effectiveness test.

Gentell hydrogel wound and burn dressing is similar in design, composition and function to Carrington Dermal Wound Gel (K894541) manufactured by Carrington Laboratorics, Inc., and Eutra Gcl for Wound Dressing (K932291) manufactured by Swiss American Products, Inc.

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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850

AUG 12 1999

Gentell, Inc. C/O Mark L. Itzkoff Duane, Morris & Heckscher LLP 1667 K Street N.W., Suite 700 Washington, D.C. 20006

K990440 Re : Trade Name: Gentell Hydrogel Spray Gel, Appligard Squeeze Requlatory Class: Unclassified Product Code: MGQ Dated: June 11, 1999 Received: June 15, 1999

Dear Mr. Itzkoff:

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 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). 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.

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 requlations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 895. A substantially equivalent determination assumes compliance with the Current Good Manufacturing Practice requirements, as set forth in the Quality System Regulation (QS) for Medical Devices: General regulation (21 CFR Part 820) and that, through periodic QS 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.

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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 (301) 594-4595. Additionally, for questions on the promotion and advertising of your device, please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4639. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbrandinq by reference to premarket notification" Other general information on your (21CFR 807.97). responsibilities under the Act may be obtained from the Division of Small Manufacturers Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 443-6597 or at its internet address "http://www.fda.qov/cdrh/dsma/dsmamain.html".

Sincerely yours,
F. O. Cliffor

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

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## Indications for Use Statement 510(k) Number (if known):

Device Name:

Indications For Use:

510(k) Number: Device Name:

. K990440 Gentell Hydrogel Spray Gcl Appligard Squeeze Gel

## Indications for Use:

- · Pressure ulcers, stage II, III & IV wounds
- Venous ulcers
- · 1st & 2nd degree bums

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