← Product Code [BZQ](/submissions/AN/subpart-c%E2%80%94monitoring-devices/BZQ) · K051779 # ANDROFLOW - RESPIRATORY RATE MONITOR (K051779) _Andromed, Inc. · BZQ · Sep 30, 2005 · Anesthesiology · SESE_ **Canonical URL:** https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/AN/subpart-c%E2%80%94monitoring-devices/BZQ/K051779 ## Device Facts - **Applicant:** Andromed, Inc. - **Product Code:** [BZQ](/submissions/AN/subpart-c%E2%80%94monitoring-devices/BZQ.md) - **Decision Date:** Sep 30, 2005 - **Decision:** SESE - **Submission Type:** Abbreviated - **Regulation:** 21 CFR 868.2375 - **Device Class:** Class 2 - **Review Panel:** Anesthesiology ## Indications for Use Androflo™ is intended for use as an adjunct to patient assessment in continuous monitoring of respiratory rate (breathing frequency). Androflo™ is indicated for clinical use in adult patients under the supervision of qualified health care professionals trained in the use of the equipment. Androflo™ is not intended for home use or for use as an apnea monitor. ## Device Story Androflo™ is a respiratory rate monitor used in clinical settings by trained healthcare professionals. It provides continuous monitoring of breathing frequency as an adjunct to patient assessment. The device is not intended for home use or as an apnea monitor. ## Clinical Evidence No clinical data provided in the document. ## Technological Characteristics Class II breathing frequency monitor (21 CFR 868.2375). ## Regulatory Identification A breathing (ventilatory) frequency monitor is a device intended to measure or monitor a patient's respiratory rate. The device may provide an audible or visible alarm when the respiratory rate, averaged over time, is outside operator settable alarm limits. This device does not include the apnea monitor classified in § 868.2377. ## Submission Summary (Full Text) > This content was OCRed from public FDA records by [Innolitics](https://innolitics.com). 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SEP 3 0 2005 Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850 Mr. George Papagiannis Andromed, Incorporated 4610 Chemin Du Bois-Franc Saint Laurent, Quebec CANADA H4S 1A7 Re: K051779 Trade/Device Name: ANDROFLOW-RESPIRATORY RATE MONITOR Regulation Number: 21 CFR 868.2375 Regulation Name: Breathing frequency monitor Regulatory Class: II Product Code: BZQ Dated: September 14, 2005 Received: September 15, 2005 Dear Mr. Papagiannis: We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device referenced above and have determined the device is substantially equivalcut (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. {1}------------------------------------------------ Page 2 - Mr. Papagiannis 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. production will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your Section 510(k) I mo lotet 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 Office of Compliance at (240) 276-0120. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR Part 807.97). You may obtain other general information on your responsibilities under the Act from the Division of Small Manufacturers, International and Consumer Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 443-6597 or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/industry/support/index.html. Sincerely yours, Segtie Y. Michuions Chiu Lin, Ph.D. Director Division of Anesthesiology, General Hospital Infection Control and Dental Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health Enclosure {2}------------------------------------------------ ## Attachment A ## Indications for Use Statement 510(k) Number: Androflo™ Respiratory Rate Monitor Device Name: ## Indications for Use: "Androflo™ is intended for use as an adjunct to patient assessment in continuous monitoring of respiratory rate (breathing frequency). Androflo™ is indicated for clinical use in adult patients under the supervision of qualified health care professionals trained in the use of the equipment. Androflo™ is not intended for home use or for use as an apnea monitor." 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