K Number
K080580
Device Name
COMFORT IONTOPHORESIS ELECTRODES/ BUFFERED IONTOPHORESIS ELECTRODE TREATMENT, MODEL SMALL DDS275, MEDIUM DDM325, LARGE D
Date Cleared
2008-06-18

(107 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
890.5525
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP Authorized
Intended Use
Iontophoresis is indicated by clinicians for the administration of soluble salts or other drugs into the body for medical purposes and can be used as an alternative to hypodermic injection.
Device Description
Comfort Iontophoresis Electrodes (Buffered Iontophoresis Electrode Treatment Kit) consist of an active drug delivery electrode and a passive return electrodes are designed for one use on a single patient for the local administration of ionic drug solutions into the body for medical purposes. There are four sizes and for the roundinen a releaser of roles to accommodate placement on various locations on the body. The size of the return electrode is the same for all drug delivery electrode sizes as the maximum delivery of 80 milliamp-minutes is the same regardless of size. Comfort Iontophoresis Electrodes (Buffered Iontophoresis Electrode Treatment Kit) have technological characteristics equivalent to those of the predicate devices, including comparable design, materials, multiple shapes and sizes of active drug delivery electrodes, and equivalent packaging and abeling.
More Information

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No
The summary describes a standard iontophoresis electrode kit with no mention of AI or ML technology in its design, function, or performance studies.

Yes
The device is described as administering "soluble salts or other drugs into the body for medical purposes," which directly implies a therapeutic function.

No
The device is described as administering drugs for medical purposes, not for diagnosing conditions.

No

The device description explicitly states it consists of physical electrodes (active drug delivery electrode and passive return electrode) which are hardware components.

Based on the provided information, this device is not an IVD (In Vitro Diagnostic).

Here's why:

  • Intended Use: The intended use is for the administration of drugs into the body for medical purposes using iontophoresis. This is a therapeutic application, not a diagnostic one.
  • Device Description: The device is described as electrodes used to deliver ionic drug solutions into the body. This aligns with a therapeutic device, not a device used to examine specimens from the human body to provide information for diagnosis, monitoring, or screening.
  • Lack of IVD Characteristics: There is no mention of analyzing biological samples (blood, urine, tissue, etc.), detecting analytes, or providing diagnostic information.

Therefore, the Comfort Iontophoresis Electrodes are a therapeutic medical device, not an In Vitro Diagnostic device.

N/A

Intended Use / Indications for Use

Comfort Iontophoresis Electrodes (Buffered Iontophoresis Electrode Treatment Kit) are intended to be used to introduce soluble salts and other drugs into the body as an alternative to hypodermic injection.

Iontophoresis is indicated by clinicians for the administration of soluble salts or other drugs into the body for medical purposes and can be used as an alternative to hypodermic injection.

Product codes

EGJ

Device Description

Comfort Iontophoresis Electrodes (Buffered Iontophoresis Electrode Treatment Kit) consist of an active drug delivery electrode and a passive return electrodes are designed for one use on a single patient for the local administration of ionic drug solutions into the body for medical purposes. There are four sizes and for the roundinen a releaser of roles to accommodate placement on various locations on the body. The size of the return electrode is the same for all drug delivery electrode sizes as the maximum delivery of 80 milliamp-minutes is the same regardless of size. Comfort Iontophoresis Electrodes (Buffered Iontophoresis Electrode Treatment Kit) have technological characteristics equivalent to those of the predicate devices, including comparable design, materials, multiple shapes and sizes of active drug delivery electrodes, and equivalent packaging and abeling.

Mentions image processing

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Mentions AI, DNN, or ML

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Input Imaging Modality

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Anatomical Site

For epidermal use (various locations).

Indicated Patient Age Range

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Intended User / Care Setting

Medical professionals with patients requiring iontophoresis treatment.
Hospitals, medical clinics.

Description of the training set, sample size, data source, and annotation protocol

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Description of the test set, sample size, data source, and annotation protocol

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Summary of Performance Studies (study type, sample size, AUC, MRMC, standalone performance, key results)

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Key Metrics (Sensitivity, Specificity, PPV, NPV, etc.)

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Predicate Device(s)

K052019, K060814

Reference Device(s)

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Predetermined Change Control Plan (PCCP) - All Relevant Information for the subject device only (e.g. presence / absence, what scope was granted / cleared under the PCCP, any restrictions, etc).

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§ 890.5525 Iontophoresis device.

(a)
Iontophoresis device intended for certain specified uses —(1)Identification. An iontophoresis device is a device that is intended to use a direct current to introduce ions of soluble salts or other drugs into the body and induce sweating for use in the diagnosis of cystic fibrosis or for other uses if the labeling of the drug intended for use with the device bears adequate directions for the device's use with that drug. When used in the diagnosis of cystic fibrosis, the sweat is collected and its composition and weight are determined.(2)
Classification. Class II (performance standards).(b)
Iontophoresis device intended for any other purposes —(1)Identification. An iontophoresis device intended for any other purposes is a prescription device that is intended to use a current to introduce ions of drugs or non-drug solutions into the body for medical purposes other than those specified in paragraph (a) of this section, meaning that the device is not intended for use in diagnosis of cystic fibrosis, or a specific drug is not specified in the labeling of the iontophoresis device.(2)
Classification. Class II (special controls). The device is classified as class II. The special controls for this device are:(i) The following performance testing must be conducted:
(A) Testing using a drug approved for iontophoretic delivery, or a solution if identified in the labeling, to demonstrate safe use of the device as intended;
(B) Testing of the ability of the device to maintain a safe pH level; and
(C) If used in the ear, testing of the device to demonstrate mechanical safety.
(ii) Labeling must include adequate instructions for use, including sufficient information for the health care provider to determine the device characteristics that affect delivery of the drug or solution and to select appropriate drug or solution dosing information for administration by iontophoresis. This includes the following:
(A) A description and/or graphical representation of the electrical output;
(B) A description of the electrode materials and pH buffer;
(C) When intended for general drug delivery, language referring the user to drug labeling approved for iontophoretic delivery to determine if the drug they intend to deliver is specifically approved for use with that type of device and to obtain relevant dosing information; and
(D) A detailed summary of the device-related and procedure-related complications pertinent to use of the device, and appropriate warnings and contraindications, including the following warning:

Warning: Potential systemic adverse effects may result from use of this device. Drugs or solutions delivered with this device have the potential to reach the blood stream and cause systemic effects. Carefully read all labeling of the drug or solution used with this device to understand all potential adverse effects and to ensure appropriate dosing information. If systemic manifestations occur, refer to the drug or solution labeling for appropriate action.(iii) Appropriate analysis/testing must demonstrate electromagnetic compatibility, electrical safety, thermal safety, and mechanical safety.
(iv) Appropriate software verification, validation, and hazard analysis must be performed.
(v) The elements of the device that may contact the patient must be demonstrated to be biocompatible.
(vi) The elements of the device that may contact the patient must be assessed for sterility, for devices labeled as sterile.
(vii) Performance data must support the shelf life of the elements of the device that may be affected by aging by demonstrating continued package integrity and device functionality over the stated shelf life.

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K080580

JUN I 8 2008

510 Summary

(As required by 21CFR section 807.92(c)

Submitter Information

Axelgaard Manufacturing Co., Ltd. Name:

| Address: | 520 Industrial Way
Fallbrook, CA 92028 |

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760-451-8000 Phone:

760-723-2356 Fax:

Contact Person: Dan Jeffery

Revised June 16, 2008 Date Prepared:

Device Information

| Device Name: | Comfort Iontophoresis Electrodes
Buffered Iontophoresis Electrode Treatment Kit |
|----------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Common Name: | Iontophoresis Electrodes |
| Classification Name: | Device, Iontophoresis, Other Uses (per 21 CFR section 890.5525) |

Predicate Devices

Based on technical, functional, and physical comparisons, the Comfort Iontophoresis Electrodes (Buffered lontophoresis Electrode Treatment Kit) are substantially equivalent to the following legally marketed devices of North Coast Medical and Dynatronics Axelgaard Manufacturing Co, Ltd has manufactured this product for both North Coast Medical and Dynatronics for the past two years.

Trade NameManufacturer/Distributor510(k) Number
Buffered Iontophoresis Drug Delivery ElectrodesNorth Coast MedicalK052019
Dynatron IonDynatronicsK060814

Device Description

Comfort lontophoresis Electrodes (Buffered lontophoresis Electrode Treatment Kit) consist of an active drug delivery electrode and a passive return electrodes are designed for one use on a single patient for the local administration of ionic drug solutions into the body for medical purposes. There are four sizes and for the roundinen a releaser of roles to accommodate placement on various locations on the body. The size of the return electrode is the same for all drug delivery electrode sizes as the maximum delivery of 80 milliamp-minutes is the same regardless of size. Comfort lontophoresis Electrodes (Buffered lontophoresis Electrode Treatment Kit) have technological characteristics equivalent to those of the predicate devices, including comparable design, materials, multiple shapes and sizes of active drug delivery electrodes, and equivalent packaging and abeling.

Intended Use

Comfort lontophoresis Electrodes (Buffered lontophoresis Electrode Treatment Kit) are intended to be used to introduce soluble salts and other drugs into the body as an alternative to hypodermic injection.

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Substantial Equivalence Comparison

    1. Predicate device names:
    • A. North Coast Medical Buffered Iontophoresis Electrodes
    • B. Dynatron Ion

2. Predicate 510(k) number

3. Comparison with predicate:

Comfort lontophoresis Electrodes (Buffered Iontophoresis Electrode Treatment Kit) are equivalent to North Coast Medical Buffered Iontophoresis Electrodes (previously cleared under K0502019) and Dynatron Ion Ovacificalibal Barrero William Show the similarities, equivalencies, and differences between the proposed and predicate devices.

Similarities

| Item | Comfort Iontophoresis
Electrodes (Buffered
Iontophoresis Electrode
Treatment Kit) | North Coast Buffered
Iontophoresis Electrodes | Dynatron Ion |
|--------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| | Proposed Device | Predicate Device
(K052019 | Predicate device
(K060814) |
| Intended use | Iontophoresis is indicated
for the administration of
soluble salts or other drugs
into the body for medical
purposes and can be used
as an alternative to
hypodermic injection. | Iontophoresis is indicated
for the administration of
soluble salts or other drugs
into the body for medical
purposes and can be used
as an alternative to
hypodermic injection. | Iontophoresis is indicated
for the administration of
soluble salts or other drugs
into the body for medical
purposes and can be used
as an alternative to
hypodermic injection. |
| Target population | Medical professionals with
patients requiring
iontophoresis treatment. | Medical professionals with
patients requiring
iontophoresis treatment. | Medical professionals with
patients requiring
iontophoresis treatment. |
| Design | Shapes: Small Square,
Butterfly, Medium Square,
Large Square, Return
Electrode. | Shapes: Small Square,
Butterfly, Medium Square,
Large Square, Return
Electrode. | Shapes: Small Square,
Butterfly, Medium Square,
Large Square, Return
Electrode. |
| Materials | Buffering Agent –
Silver/SilverChloride
(Ag/AgCl).
Conductive layer on
polyester. | Buffering Agent –
Silver/SilverChloride
(Ag/AgCl).
Conductive layer on
polyester. | Buffering Agent –
Silver/SilverChloride
(Ag/AgCl).
Conductive layer on
polyester. |
| Chemical safety | Electrodes backed with
non-irritating adhesive. | Electrodes backed with
non-irritating adhesive. | Electrodes backed with
non-irritating adhesive. |
| Anatomical sites | For epidermal use (various
locations). | For epidermal use (various
locations). | For epidermal use (various
locations). |
| Energy
used/delivered | Not to exceed 80mA-
minutes total dosage | Not to exceed 80mA-
minutes total dosage. | Not to exceed 80mA-
minutes total dosage |

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| Item | Comfort Iontophoresis
Electrodes (Buffered
Iontophoresis Electrode
Treatment Kit)
Proposed Device | North Coast Buffered
Iontophoresis Electrodes
Predicate Device
(K052019) | Dynatron Ion
Predicate device
(K060814) |
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| Compatibility with
other devices | Designed for use with
iontophoresis devices only. | Designed for use with
iontophoresis devices only. | Designed for use with
iontophoresis devices only. |
| Where used | Hospitals, medical clinics. | Hospitals, medical clinics. | Hospitals, medical clinics. |
| Electrical safety | Does not have electrode
wires. | Does not have electrode
wires. | Does not have electrode
wires. |
| Electrode Fill
Volume (treatment
fluid volume) | Small Square (1.5 to 2.0cc)
Butterfly (2.0 to 2.5cc)
Medium Square (2.5 to
3.0cc)
Large Square (4.0 to 4.5cc) | Small Square (1.5 to 2.0cc)
Butterfly (2.0 to 2.5cc)
Medium Square (2.5 to
3.0cc)
Large Square (4.0 to 4.5cc) | Small Square (1.5 to 2.0cc)
Butterfly (2.0 to 2.5cc)
Medium Square (2.5 to
3.0cc)
Large Square (4.0 to 4.5cc) |

Equivalencies

| Item | Comfort lontophoresis
Electrodes (Buffered
lontophoresis Electrode | North Coast Buffered
Iontophoresis Electrodes | Dynatron Ion |
|----------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| | Treatment Kit) | Predicate Device
(K052019 | Predicate device
(K060814) |
| | Proposed Device | | |
| Design (Electrode
Size) | Electrode Size -
Small Square (2.75"x2.75")
Butterfly (3.75"x3.38")
Medium Square
(3.25"x3.25")
Large Square (3.50"x3.50")
Return Electrode
(2.20"x1.82") | Electrode Size -
Small Square (2.75"x2.75")
Butterfly (3.75"x3.38")
Medium Square
(3.25"x3.25")
Large Square (3.50"x3.50")
Return Electrode
(2.20"x1.82") | Electrode Size -
Small Square (2.75"x2.75")
Butterfly (3.75"x3.38")
Medium Square
(3.25"x3.25")
Large Square (3.50"x3.50")
Return Electrode
(2.20"x1.82") |
| Design (Active
Area) | Active Area -
Small Square (7.6 cm²)
Butterfly (8.3 cm²)
Medium Square (11.4 cm²)
Large Square (18.1 cm²)
Return Electrode (25.5 cm²) | Active Area -
Small Square (7.6 cm²)
Butterfly (8.3 cm²)
Medium Square (11.4 cm²)
Large Square (18.1 cm²)
Return Electrode (25.5 cm²) | Active Area -
Small Square (7.6 cm²)
Butterfly (8.3 cm²)
Medium Square (11.4 cm²)
Large Square (18.1 cm²)
Return Electrode (25.5 cm²) |
| Maximum Current | 4 mA | 4mA | 4mA |
| Maximum Dosage | 80 mA-minutes | 80 mA-minutes | 80 mA-minutes |
| Materials | Reservoir Layer - Cotton
Blend | Reservoir Layer - Cotton
Blend | Reservoir Layer - Cotton
Blend |

Differences

Differences other than the packaging and labeling information specific to the distributing company.

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Discussion

In comparing the Comfort lontophoresis Electrodes (Buffered lontophoresis Electrode Treatment Kit) (proposed device) to the North Coast Medical, North Coast Buffered lontophoresis Electrodes (predicate device), and the Dynatronics, Dynatron Ion (predicate device ), it must be noted that there are no product differences since Axelgaard Manufacturing Co., Ltd. manufactures both these electrodes. Additionally, the packaging/labeling differences are not substantial enough to deny equivalence between the three products.

The intended use, operation, and target population of the three products are almost identical. Also, the product shapes are the same, so they can conform to the same anatomical locations. The product size is the same so there will be no difference with adhesion and coverage of the affected area. Since the same buffering agents are used, as well as non-irritating backing, conduction and adhesion of the electrodes shall be safe as the same. The reservoir layer is composed of the same materials. Finally, the products are applied identically, and they use comparable power sources.

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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850

JUN 18 2008

Axelgaard Manufacturing Company, Limited % Mr. Dan P. Jeffery President 520 Industrial Way Fallsbrook, California 92028-2244

K080580 Re:

Trade Name: Comfort Iontophoresis Electrodes / Buffered Iontophoresis Electrode Treatment Kit Regulation Number: 21 CFR 890.5525 Regulation Name: Iontophoresis Device Regulatory Class: Class III Product Code: EGJ Dated: April 28, 2008 Received: April 30, 2008

Dear Mr. Jeffery:

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.

If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), it may be subject to such additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 898. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register.

Please be advised that FDA's issuance of a substantial equivalence determination does not mean that FDA has made a determination that your device complies with other requirements of the Act or any Federal statutes and regulations administered by other Federal agencies. You must comply with all the Act's requirements, including, but not limited to: registration and listing (21 CFR Part 807); labeling (21 CFR Part 801); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820); and if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050.

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This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your Section 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.

This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your Section 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), please contact the Center for Devices and Radiological Health's (CDRH's) Office of Compliance at (240) 276-0120. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR Part 807.97). For questions regarding postmarket surveillance, please contact CDRH's Office of Surveillance and Biometric's (OSB's) Division of Postmarket Surveillance at (240) 276-3474. For questions regarding the reporting of device adverse events (Medical Device Reporting (MDR)), please contact the Division of Surveillance Systems at (240) 276-3464. You may obtain other general information on your responsibilities under the Act from the Division of Small Manufacturers, International and Consumer Assistance at toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (240) 276-3150 or the Internet address http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/industry/support/index.html

Sincerely yours,

Mark N. Millman

Mark N. Melkerson 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

http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/ode/indicate.pdf

K080280 510K Number:

Comfort Iontophoresis Electrodes Device Name Buffered Iontophoresis Electrode Treatment Kit

Indications for Use:

Iontophoresis is indicated by clinicians for the administration of soluble salts or other drugs into the body for medical purposes and can be used as an alternative to hypodermic injection.

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

Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)

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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)

(As required by 21CFR section 807.92(c))

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