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Sanofi is recalling all batches of Stemetil 5mg/5ml Syrup as a precautionary measure due to the identification of N-nitrosomethylphenylamine (NMPA) above the acceptable limit.
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Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc are recalling the below batches due to an out of specification result with related substances during testing for retain samples.
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Clinigen Healthcare Ltd is initiating a recall of three batches of Mexiletine hydrochloride hard capsules due to a potential risk of underdose or overdose, which could have consequences for the safety of patients.
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Napp Pharmaceuticals Limited have identified an error relating to the Braille printed on the cartons. The
Braille message on the Oxycontin 20mg prolonged release tablets incorrectly states strength as 15mg.
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DEMO SA PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRY has informed us that the Product Code/GTIN (PC) number found on the above batch is incorrect. The GTIN number that should have been allocated for this batch is 5200040321010.
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Orifarm UK have informed us of an error with the Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) packaged within the packs of certain batches. The product name stated in the heading of the PIL has been spelt incorrectly as “lorazolam”, in…
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The MHRA continues to receive serious reports of harm associated with insulin leakage for the NovoRapid PumpCart prefilled insulin cartridge in the Accu-Chek Insight Insulin pump. In some patients, there were serious consequ…
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GlaxoSmithKline UK Ltd have informed the MHRA that an incorrect version of the Summary of Product Characteristics section 4.2 and the Patient Information Leaflet is inside the sealed pack, and contains unapproved text.
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Pfizer Limited are recalling all batches of Accupro 5mg, 10mg, 20mg, 40mg film-coated tablets as a precautionary measure
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Fresenius Kabi Limited are recalling a specific batch of product as a precautionary measure due to the identification of particles in the solution for injection, following routine batch analysis and subsequent batches manufa…
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Pfizer Limited have informed the MHRA that an outdated version of the Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) has been included in the packaging of the specific batches mentioned in this notification.
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Pfizer Ltd are recalling batch number DD4842 as a precautionary measure due to the identification of a nitrosamine above the acceptable limit.
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Specific batches of products supplied by Marketing Authorisation Holders and parallel distributor companies are being recalled due to presence of a mutagenic impurity.
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Martindale Pharma is recalling the below batch of Methadone 5mg tablets as a precautionary measure due to the discolouration of the PVdC film in a small number of blister pockets.
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Vygoris Limited has informed the MHRA that some vials of Mitocin 20mg powder for solution for injection/infusion or intravesical use may contain subvisible particles above the current specifications after reconstitution…
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Pfizer Ltd are recalling all in-date batches of Champix (varenicline) as a precautionary measure due to presence of levels of N-nitroso-varenicline above the acceptable level of intake. This recall also includes Parallel Imp…
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Perrigo are recalling batches of Tesco Flu-Max All In One Chesty Cough & Cold Powder due to an error on the sachet contained within the outer carton.
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Rosemont Pharmaceuticals Limited is recalling a specific batch of Metformin Hydrochloride 500mg/5ml Oral Solution due to identification of an impurity above the acceptable limit.
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Specific batches of products supplied by the Marketing Authorisation Holders and parallel distributor companies are being recalled due to presence of a mutagenic impurity.
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Kyowa Kirin Limited is recalling specific batches as a precautionary measure, due to the reports of glass and cellulose fibre contamination, which was identified during stability and reference sample inspection.
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Philips have issued 2 FSNs about selected ventilators and CPAP and BiPAP devices.
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Specific batches of products supplied by Bristol Laboratories Limited, Brown & Burk UK Limited and Teva UK Limited are being recalled due to presence of a mutagenic impurity.
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Zentiva Pharma UK Limited is recalling the above batch of Co-codamol 30/500 Effervescent Tablets as a precautionary measure due to an issue with the homogeneity of the batch. This issue means that there is the potential…
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BD have notified the MHRA that the sterility of some of their devices cannot be guaranteed due to quality issues with their third-party sterilisation provider.
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Eaststone Limited has informed us of an issue related to underfilled or empty bottles for MidaBuc - Midazolam (as HCL) 10mg/mL Oromucosal Solution. The below batch is being recalled.
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Gilead Sciences Ltd has informed us of a quality defect issue, in relation to specific lots of 5µm sterile filters, which are co-packed in cartons of the AmBisome product. The medical device is called Minisart Filter 16534-…
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Grünenthal Ltd has informed us of a potential microbial contamination during routine stability testing for the batches listed in this recall.
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Guerbet Laboratories Limited is recalling certain batches of products as a precautionary measure due to reports received from healthcare professionals on the difficulties in attaching the Luer lock adapter to the Luer tip of…
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Manufactured by Abbott – cases of valvular insufficiency and early revision.
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The Philips HeartStart MRx Monitor/Defibrillator MRx may fail to identify a fault and alert the user in the event of internal damage suffered during a drop or due to severe mechanical shock.
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This covers issues with both laboratory based tests for COVID-19 antibodies (unvalidated sample type) and capillary blood sample collection kits (unvalidated for home use)
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Pharmaswiss Česka republika s.r.o. (an affiliate of Bausch & Lomb UK Limited) is recalling all unexpired batches of Emerade 500 microgram auto-injectors (also referred to as pens) from patients due to an error in one com…
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Pharmaswiss Česka republika s.r.o. (an affiliate of Bausch & Lomb UK Limited) is recalling all unexpired batches of Emerade 300 microgram auto-injectors (also referred to as pens) from patients due to an error in one com…
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Gedeon Richter (UK) Ltd is recalling all unexpired stock of Esmya 5 mg tablets from patients, pharmacies and wholesalers following a new case of liver failure requiring liver transplant in a patient taking the medicine.
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Pharmaswiss Česka republika s.r.o. (an affiliate of Bausch & Lomb UK Limited) is recalling all unexpired batches of Emerade 150 microgram auto-injectors (also referred to as pens) from patients due to an error in one com…
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Manufactured by Cardinal Health – calibration period revised to 25 weeks instead of yearly to ensure these thermometers remain within their accuracy range and reduce the risk of misdiagnosis or delay in treatment.
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Manufactured by CME (a BD company) – updated advice to address ‘wear and tear’ of the syringe pump motor block which may lead to under-infusion.
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Wockhardt UK Ltd is recalling specific batches of Levothyroxine 100micrograms/5ml Oral Solution from pharmacies and wholesalers as a precautionary measure due to notification of the impurity liothyronine exceeding the s…
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List of field safety notices (FSNs) from medical device manufacturers from 20 January to 24 January 2020
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Medley Pharma Limited is recalling all unexpired stock of the below products from pharmacies and retail stores as a precautionary measure.
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Accord Healthcare are recalling all unexpired stock of the below products from pharmacies and retail stores as a precautionary measure.
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Pharmaswiss Česka republika s.r.o. (an affiliate of Bausch & Lomb UK Limited) is recalling all unexpired batches of Emerede Adrenaline Autoinjectors after identifying an error than can cause some pens to fail to activate.
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OTC Concepts Ltd, Relonchem Ltd, Noumed Life Sciences Ltd and Medreich Plc. are recalling stock from pharmacies and retail stores as a precautionary measure due to possible contamination with an impurity.
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Creo Pharma Limited and Tillomed Laboratories Limited are recalling all unexpired stock of the products listed in this alert.
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List of field safety notices (FSNs) from medical device manufacturers from 11 to 15 November 2019.
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Accord-UK Ltd has informed us of an issue related to decommissioning of the batch below.
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Manufactured by Philips – due to a software or hardware issue the device may fail to start or deliver defibrillation therapy.
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Omega Pharma Limited and Galpharm International Limited are recalling unexpired stock from pharmacies and retail stores as a precautionary measure due to possible contamination with an impurity.
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Rosemont Pharmaceuticals Limited is recalling unexpired stock from pharmacies as a precautionary measure due to possible contamination with an impurity.
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Pfizer Ltd is recalling certain batches of Sayana Press for subcutaneous injection.