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# SINGLE AMPLIFIER FOR BOTOX (K051852)

_Allergan, Inc. · GWL · Sep 14, 2005 · Neurology · SESE_

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## Device Facts

- **Applicant:** Allergan, Inc.
- **Product Code:** [GWL](/submissions/NE/subpart-b%E2%80%94neurological-diagnostic-devices/GWL.md)
- **Decision Date:** Sep 14, 2005
- **Decision:** SESE
- **Submission Type:** Traditional
- **Regulation:** 21 CFR 882.1835
- **Device Class:** Class 2
- **Review Panel:** Neurology

## Indications for Use

The Signal Amplifier for BOTOX® is intended to aid in the guidance of injections into the muscles.

## Device Story

Signal Amplifier for BOTOX® functions as a physiological signal amplifier; aids clinicians in guiding intramuscular injections. Device detects electrical signals from muscles to assist in needle placement. Used in clinical settings by physicians or qualified healthcare providers. Output provides feedback to the clinician to facilitate accurate injection of BOTOX® into target muscles, potentially improving therapeutic outcomes and reducing procedural errors.

## Clinical Evidence

No clinical data provided; device cleared based on technological characteristics and intended use as a physiological signal amplifier.

## Technological Characteristics

Physiological signal amplifier; Class II device; 21 CFR 882.1835; Product Code GWL. Designed for signal acquisition and amplification to assist in intramuscular injection guidance.

## Regulatory Identification

A physiological signal amplifier is a general purpose device used to electrically amplify signals derived from various physiological sources (e.g., the electroencephalogram).

## Submission Summary (Full Text)

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Public Health Service

SEP 1 4 2005

Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850

Ms. Susan O'Brien Manager, Regulatory Affairs Allergan, Inc. 2525 Dupont Drive T2 2A Irvine, California 92612

Re: K051852

Trade/Device Name: Signal Amplifier for BOTOX® Regulation Number: 21 CFR 882.1835 Regulation Name: Physiological signal amplifier Regulatory Class: II Product Code: GWL Dated: July 7, 2005 Received: July 19, 2005

Dear Ms. O'Brien:

We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device we nave reviewed your boctor b re(s) fe device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to legally marketed predicate devices marketed in interstate for use stated in the encrosure/to regars annent date of the Medical Device Amendments, or to comments provided in accordance with the provisions of the Federal Food, Drug, devices that have been recuire approval of a premarket approval application (PMA). and Cosmette Act (71ct) market the device, subject to the general controls provisions of the Act. The You may, therefore, market the device, sologe requirements for annual registration, listing of general controls provisions of use tice, labeling, and prohibitions against misbranding and adulteration.

If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), it If your device is clussified (600 a0010) als. Existing major regulations affecting your device can may be subject to such additions, Title 21, Parts 800 to 898. In addition, FDA may be found in the Overnments concerning your device in the Federal Register.

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Sincerely yours,

sincerely yours,

Barbara Gueldus

Mark N. Melkerson Acting Director Division of General, Restorative and Neurological Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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## Indications for Use

510(k) Number: K051852

Device Name: Signal Amplifier for BOTOX®

Indications for Use:

The Signal Amplifier for BOTOX® is intended to aid in the guidance of injections into the muscles.

Prescription Use _ X (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) AND/OR

Over-the-Counter Use _ (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)

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