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(Novo Nordisk A/S) Patients who may have received the affected batches should be contacted and asked to check their supply – class 2 action within 48 hours. (EL (13)A/25)
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Galderma UK identified an error regarding an older version of artwork being used and packed with specific batches of Tetralysal 300mg Hard Capsules.
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hameln pharma ltd is initiating a recall of batch 207506 of Amiodarone Hydrochloride 50 mg/ml Concentrate for Solution for Injection/Infusion as a precautionary measure.
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List of field safety notices (FSNs) from medical device manufacturers from 17 to 21 August 2015.
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(Novartis Vaccines and Diagnostics GmbH) Potential problem with packaging of the syringes supplied with specific batches of Rabipur – class 4 caution in use. (EL (12)A/13)
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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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Pharmaswiss Česka republika s.r.o. is initiating an urgent recall of all batches of Emerade 500 micrograms and Emerade 300 micrograms auto-injectors.
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Class 2 Medicines recall: UCB Pharma Limited are voluntarily recalling Viridal Duo Powder and Solvent for Injection (10mcg/ml and 40mcg/ml)
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The MHRA has been made aware that falsified medical oxygen has been provided to several dental practices across the UK.
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(All) malfunction and failure during use. (MDA/2003/037)
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Manufactured by Acutronic Medical Systems AG – Ventilator may switch off without user input, deliver incorrect ventilation or may fail to alarm.
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List of field safety notices (FSNs) from medical device manufacturers from Field Safety Notices: 8 to 12 November 2021
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List of Field Safety Notices from 30 December 2024 to 3 January 2025.
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Flynn Pharma Ltd, distributors of Slenyto 1 mg and 5mg prolonged release tablets would like to notify you of an error with the patient information leaflets (PILs) that have been packaged in the below batches of products.
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(All manufacturers) Delays in acting on field safety notices can compromise patient safety (FSNs). (MDA/2014/037)
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hameln pharma ltd are recalling batches of product additional to the batch recalled on 15 February 2022 (reference EL(22)A/06).
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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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Boots have identified an error with the printed patient information leaflet provided with batches of the Decongestant Tablets and Decongestant with Pain Relief Tablets.
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Novartis Pharmaceuticals has informed the MHRA that the solvent (water for injections in ampoules) co-packed with the impacted batches of Simulect powder for injection, may contain glass fragments approximately 20 – 800 µm i…
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Manufactured by Philips – defibrillator internal paddles may wear over time and might fail to deliver therapy, so it is important to do routine operational checks between each usage.
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This is a new regular bulletin from Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) to inform health and care professionals of new or ongoing safety issues with medical devices. It is aimed at all parts of the hea…
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Summary List of field safety notices (FSNs) from medical device manufacturers from 17 - 21 October
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Atnahs Pharma UK has informed the MHRA that the Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) packaged in certain batches of Zestoretic 20mg/12.5mg Tablets contains outdated safety information.
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Summary List of field safety notices (FSNs) from medical device manufacturers from 24 - 28 October 2016
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Summary of the latest safety advice for medicines and medical device users
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Rosemont Pharmaceuticals Limited has informed the MHRA that the Press In Bottle Adaptor (PIBA) supplied with the pack (carton) of a specific batch is too wide to fit the neck of the medicine bottle.
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Drugsrus Limited has informed the MHRA that the Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) packaged in specific batches of Clexane 10,000IU (100mg)/1 ml Syringes contains a typographical error in the leaflet.
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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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Galderma (U.K.) Limited has informed the MHRA that the patient information leaflet (PIL) packaged in specific batches of Etrivex Shampoo is missing safety information
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Manufactured by Intersurgical – leaks or disconnection can result in insufficient oxygenation requiring medical intervention to avoid severe injury.
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(Medtronic) diamorphine solution is incompatible with the implantable drug pump. (MDA/2003/035)
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The MHRA is providing an update on the issue of increased intraocular pressure in patients implanted with EyeCee One preloaded and EyeCee One Crystal preloaded intraocular lenses.
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The MHRA are aware of instances of Surdial X machines removing excess fluid via ultrafiltration outside of its specification. There is a risk to patients who are unable to tolerate excess fluid removal.
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List of Field Safety Notices from 2 to 6 June 2025.
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Summary List of field safety notices (FSNs) from medical device manufacturers from 27 June - 1 July 2016
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Summary List of field safety notices (FSNs) from medical device manufacturers from 23 - 27 January 2017
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Galderma (U.K.) Limited has informed the MHRA that the Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) packaged in some batches of Epiduo 0.1% / 2.5% gel contain outdated safety information regarding pregnancy.
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Regular safety information for healthcare professionals
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(Medtronic) error in the programmer software (revision NNB_01) which may lead to false warnings of a low battery status. (MDA/2008/065)
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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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Tillomed Laboratories Limited is recalling one batch of Labetalol 200mg Tablets due to an error on the foil blister packaging.
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Manufactured by Zimmer Biomet - recall due to increased risk of fracture for all titanium trays manufactured before September 2011 and distributed in the UK between September 2010 and January 2017.
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Manufactured by Fresenius Medical – inadequate ultrafiltration can occur due to sudden failure of the ultrafiltration (UF) pump.
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The BodyComm software currently uses Windows 10. Microsoft is transitioning to Windows 11 from 14 October 2025 which requires an updated cable to connect the pumps to the BodyComm software. These cables may not be available …
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(All makes and models) MHRA receives reports of uterine wall injury, wall perforation or the creation of a false passage after use of endometrial ablation devices. (MDA/2010/006).
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Change to 2012 advice – current data supports the withdrawal of MDA/2012/021 and reversion to normal 6-monthly patient follow-up, combined with the remaining advice already given, listed under Action.
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(ViroPharma SPRL) Pharmacists should quarantine batches and return them to original wholesaler for credit - class 2 action within 48 hours. (EL (14)A/12)
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(All makes and models) premature failure of bioprosthetic heart valves if they are not properly washed or rinsed before implantation. (MDA/2009/032)
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Pharmaswiss Česka republika s.r.o. (an affiliate of Bausch & Lomb UK Limited) has informed us of a risk of Emerade product failing to deliver a dose of adrenaline from the syringe due to blockage of the needle.
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(Medtronic) Risk due to incorrect selection and delivery of bolus amount. (MDA/2014/019)