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Mercury Medical Expiratory Resistance Exerciser, Resistex

FDA 510(k)FDA UDIEUDAMED

Class II (US FDA 510(k))

510(k) K954492Ref 10-37000

by Mercury Medical

Identity

Trade Name
Resistex EUDAMEDFDA UDI
Generic Name
Incentive spirometer FDA UDI
Device Name
Resistex EUDAMED
Model / Reference
10-37000 EUDAMEDFDA UDI

Identifiers

Primary DI / UDI-DI
10641043370001 EUDAMEDFDA UDI
Basic UDI-DI
0641043RENJ EUDAMED
510(k) Number
K954492 FDA 510(k)
K942919 FDA UDI
FDA Product Code
BWF FDA 510(k)FDA UDI
EMDN Code
R900902 INSPIRATORY AND EXPIRATORY FLOW STIMULATORS/RESPIRATORY MUSCLES TRAINERS EUDAMED
GMDN Term
Incentive spirometer FDA UDI

Classification

Device Class
Class I EUDAMED
Class II FDA 510(k)FDA UDI
Legislation / Framework
21 CFR Part 868.5690 FDA 510(k)
Regulation Number
868.5690 FDA 510(k)FDA UDI
Market of Registration
Netherlands EUDAMED
Advisory Committee
Anesthesiology FDA 510(k)
FDA Decision
SESE Substantially Equivalent FDA 510(k)
Commercial Distribution
In Commercial Distribution FDA UDI

Clinical & Handling

Sterile

No

EUDAMEDFDA UDI

Single Use

Yes

FDA UDI

Implantable

No

EUDAMEDFDA UDI

Reusable

No

EUDAMED

Contains Latex

No

EUDAMEDFDA UDI

Reprocessed

No

EUDAMED

CMR Substance

No

EUDAMED

Human-derived

No

EUDAMED

Human Tissues

No

EUDAMED

Animal Tissues

No

EUDAMED

Endocrine Disruptor

No

EUDAMED

Administering Medicine

No

EUDAMED

Measuring Function

No

EUDAMED

Incorporates Medicinal Product

No

EUDAMED

Prescription Use

Yes

FDA UDI

Over-the-Counter

No

FDA UDI

Convenience Kit

No

FDA UDI

Combination Product

No

FDA UDI

HCT/P

No

FDA UDI

Premarket Exempt

No

FDA UDI

Lot / Batch Number

Yes

FDA UDI

Serial Number

No

FDA UDI

Expiration Date

Yes

FDA UDI

Manufacturing Date

Yes

FDA UDI

The Mercury Medical Expiratory Resistance Exerciser Resitex is a therapeutic incentive device designed to assist patients in improving respiratory function through controlled expiratory resistance exercises. Classified as a spirometer under regulatory nomenclature, it provides measurable resistance to encourage deeper breathing and lung expansion, aiding in pulmonary rehabilitation and postoperative recovery.

This device is supplied as a reusable medical instrument and is intended for use in clinical settings such as anesthesia care. It requires no specific sterility beyond standard cleaning protocols between patient use. The Resitex operates within Class II regulatory classification (FDA 510(k) and MDR) and is authorized for distribution under the product code BWF. No MRI safety information or additional size specifications are provided in the regulatory data.

Frequently asked questions

What is the primary clinical purpose of the Mercury Medical Expiratory Resistance Exerciser, Resitex, and how does it help patients?

The Mercury Medical Expiratory Resistance Exerciser, Resitex, is designed to improve respiratory function by providing controlled expiratory resistance during breathing exercises. It encourages deeper breathing and lung expansion, which is particularly beneficial for patients undergoing pulmonary rehabilitation or postoperative recovery. By creating measurable resistance, it helps patients strengthen their respiratory muscles and enhance overall lung capacity.

Is the Resitex device single-use or reusable, and what cleaning requirements apply?

The Resitex is a reusable medical instrument intended for clinical use, such as in anesthesia care. While it does not require specialized sterility beyond standard protocols, it must be thoroughly cleaned between patient uses to maintain hygiene and prevent cross-contamination.

What regulatory pathway was followed for the approval of this device, and what classification does it hold?

The Resitex was authorized through the FDA 510(k) pathway, classified as substantially equivalent to a predicate device. It falls under Class II regulatory classification and is distributed under product code BWF, which aligns with spirometers and therapeutic incentive devices. Additionally, it complies with the MDR (Medical Device Regulation) in its regulatory framework.

Are there any specific size variations or models available for the Resitex device?

The provided regulatory data does not specify any distinct size variations or model numbers for the Resitex. However, it is categorized as a spirometer under regulatory nomenclature, implying a standardized design for controlled expiratory resistance exercises. For precise sizing or model details, refer to the manufacturer’s product documentation.

This description and any FAQs above were generated automatically from registry data and have not been verified by the manufacturer or by deviCERTS. Always check the official registry entry and the manufacturer's instructions for use before relying on them.

Authorization Coverage (2 countries)

Regulatory Authorizations

European Union Active

MDR

United States Active

FDA_510K

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Manufacturer

Manufacturer
Mercury Medical

Sources (3)

  • FDA 510(k) K954492 24 fields · synced Oct 6, 2026
  • FDA UDI 72b17b66-2e7b-484e-9312-c321163f2fe3 34 fields · synced May 30, 2026
  • EUDAMED 482719b6-4454-4426-87c4-5ee7d827b25b 61 fields · synced Jul 15, 2026