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Antibiotice SA have identified an error on PIL of the above batches regarding the sodium content.
Qualasept Ltd t/a Bath ASU is recalling a specific batch of Irinotecan 200mg/260mL in sodium chloride 0.9% w/v intravenous infusion and specific batches of Infliximab (Remsima) Intravenous infusion in Sodium Chloride 0.9%w/v due to risks of reduced product quality.
Fresenius Kabi Ltd is recalling the above batch of Sodium chloride 0.9% Solution for injection (PL 08828/0178) which has a polish labelled ampoule within some of the cartons. As this does not impact the full batch, as a precautionary measure...
We have introduced pack size restrictions, revised recommended ages for use, and new safety warnings for over-the-counter stimulant laxatives (orally and rectally administered) following a national safety review. Advise patients that dietary and lifestyle measures should be used first-line for...
A summary of recent letters and notifications sent to healthcare professionals about medicines and medical devices. Includes a recent recall of Accupro (quinapril hydrochloride) and advice on Xagrid (anagrelide hydrochloride).
Response to a request for information regarding the purchasing of salt saturators by Highways England.
OFT closed case: Completed acquisition by Tata Chemicals Limited of a controlling interest in Brunner Mond Group Limited.
Calcium salts (either calcium chloride or calcium gluconate) are used to stabilise the myocardium and prevent cardiac arrest in patients experiencing severe hyperkalaemia. However, the two salts are not equivalent in terms of calcium dose. Ensure the correct dose is...
Salt is more than something to sprinkle on to your fish and chips, this common household ingredient keeps England’s roads moving when temperatures plunge.
Brown & Burk UK Limited have noticed an error regarding specific batches of Amoxicillin 500 mg/ 5 ml Powder for oral suspension. The product information incorrectly states the quantity of the excipient sodium benzoate.
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 in size.
This alert highlights the Adult Renal Association Clinical Practice Guidelines (2020) recommendation on calcium gluconate use to support organisations to update local policies and guidelines for the treatment of severe hyperkalaemia in adults.
A summary of recent letters, medicine recalls and notifications sent to healthcare professionals.
Upper Tribunal Administrative Appeals Chamber decision by Judge Mitchell on 16 January 2022.
The National Diet and Nutrition Survey (NDNS) shows that on average adults are eating 8 grams of salt per day.
A summary of recent letters, medicine recalls and notifications sent to healthcare professionals
A summary of letters and drug alerts recently sent to healthcare professionals.
The government's summary of an amendment to an EU regulation about organic production and labelling of organic products.
First published during the 2022 to 2024 Sunak Conservative government
Baxter Healthcare Limited are initiating a precautionary, company-led, ward-level recall of two batches of Sodium Chloride Infusion 0.9% w/v 1000 mL bags due to a potential leak with the bags.
Updated advice for healthcare professionals not to mix or infuse ceftriaxone with solutions containing calcium.
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