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FDA MAUDE adverse event data · 2008–2026

What the Data Shows About Calculator, Drug Dose

The FDA MAUDE database aggregates 1,514 adverse-event reports for Calculator, Drug Dose spanning the period from 2008 through 2026. Of these, 1 is classified as a death report, 33 as injury reports, and 1,471 as malfunction reports under FDA adverse-event categorization rules. Report counts do not by themselves indicate a device is unsafe — widely used devices and longer market histories naturally generate larger raw counts, so proportional and comparative reads are more informative than totals alone.

The adverse-event profile breaks down across 5 distinct event types and 9 reported patient-outcome categories, giving a multi-dimensional view that goes beyond a single headline number. A total of 20 distinct product-problem codes appear in the reports, with Wireless Communication Problem topping the list at 915 reports. Reports are associated with 10 different manufacturers in the MAUDE record, reflecting both OEMs and repackagers of this device category.

Annual reporting volume is tracked across 19 years of MAUDE data, with the peak single-year volume reaching 463 reports — trend shape often reflects changes in device adoption, reporting rules, or FDA enforcement focus rather than underlying device behavior alone. Events are documented across 5 reported care-setting categories (hospital, home, ambulatory surgery center, etc.). All figures reflect the openFDA MAUDE snapshot last refreshed on . This page is informational and is not medical advice — discuss device-safety questions with your healthcare provider.

1,514
Total Reports
1
Death Reports
33
Injury Reports
1,471
Malfunctions

Event Types

Malfunction 1,471 (97.2%)
Injury 33 (2.2%)
Other 7 (0.5%)
2 (0.1%)
Death 1 (0.1%)

Patient Outcomes

1,470 (96.5%)
Other 17 (1.1%)
Required Intervention 17 (1.1%)
R 7 (0.5%)
Life Threatening 6 (0.4%)
O 2 (0.1%)
Death 2 (0.1%)
Disability 1 (0.1%)
Hospitalization 1 (0.1%)

Top Product Problems

Wireless Communication Problem 915
Computer Software Problem 418
Appropriate Term/Code Not Available 57
Application Program Problem: Dose Calculation Error 50
Incorrect Software Programming Calculations 33
Data Problem 24
Patient Device Interaction Problem 20
Break 18
Insufficient Flow or Under Infusion 10
Material Integrity Problem 10
Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem 7
Battery Problem 7
Application Program Problem 4
Material Too Rigid or Stiff 4
No Apparent Adverse Event 4
Unauthorized Access to Computer System 4
Communication or Transmission Problem 3
Failure to Align 3
Fluid/Blood Leak 3
Patient Data Problem 3

Yearly Trend

08
2008: 7
09
2009: 4
10
2010: 18
11
2011: 11
12
2012: 2
13
2013: 1
14
2014: 1
15
2015: 1
16
2016: 18
17
2017: 25
18
2018: 21
19
2019: 18
20
2020: 10
21
2021: 11
22
2022: 347
23
2023: 463
24
2024: 168
25
2025: 303
26
2026: 85

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Event Locations

1,412 (93.3%)
I 94 (6.2%)
NO INFORMATION 5 (0.3%)
OTHER 2 (0.1%)
HOSPITAL 1 (0.1%)

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Data Source

FDA Manufacturer and User Facility Device Experience (MAUDE) database via the openFDA API. Reports are submitted by manufacturers, healthcare facilities, and patients. Report counts do not indicate a device is unsafe — higher-use devices naturally generate more reports.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the FDA MAUDE database. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.