Hydrocortisone 100mg/1ml Solution for Injection - solution in some ampoules has a yellowish appearance
(Amdipharm UK Limited) Remaining stock of this batch should be quarantined and returned to the original supplier for credit - class 3 action within 5 days (EL (16)A/15)
Product information
EL number
EL (16)A/15
MDR number
MDR 23-10/16
Company name
Amdipharm UK Limited
Product description
Hydrocortisone 100mg/1ml Solution for Injection (Hydrocortisone Sodium Phosphate )
PL 20072/0229
Batch number/expiry
- Batch number: 039268
- Expiry date: Aug 2017
- Pack size: 1 x 5
- First distributed: 27 May 2016
Brief description of the problem
Concordia International (formerly AMCo) is recalling the above batch as a precaution following the receipt of a number of complaints that the solution in some ampoules has a yellowish appearance.
Investigation of affected samples has shown that all other analytical parameters, including assay and related substances, are met. A toxicological evaluation carried out by the company concluded that the discoloured ampoules pose no risk to patients. Some packs may contain one or more discoloured ampoules, however, and it is possible that the variance in colour may give rise to concern.
Remaining stock of this batch should be quarantined and returned to the original supplier for credit.
Company details
For stock enquiries please contact Concordia Customer Care Services on 08708 877025 or customercare@concordiarx.com
For medical information enquiries please contact Concordia Medical Information on 08700 703033 or medicalinformation@concordiarx.com
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