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Health product recall

Chloramphenicol 1% (2013-11-14)

Starting date:
November 14, 2013
Posting date:
December 9, 2013
Type of communication:
Drug Recall
Subcategory:
Veterinary Drugs
Hazard classification:
Type III
Source of recall:
Health Canada
Issue:
Product Safety
Audience:
General Public, Healthcare Professionals, Hospitals
Identification number:
RA-37039

Recalled Products

Chloramphenicol 1%

Reason

A potential lack of homogeneity was observed in recalled batches of the product that could result in seperation of the oil and ointment.

Depth of distribution

Wholesalers and pharmacies across Canada.

Affected products

Chloramphenicol 1%

DIN, NPN, DIN-HIM
DIN 00516422
Dosage form

Ointment

Strength

10 mg/g

Lot or serial number

11KA
11KB

Companies
Recalling Firm
Vetoquinol N.A. Inc.
2000 Georges Road
Lavaltrie
J5T 3S5
Quebec
CANADA
Marketing Authorization Holder
Vetoquinol N.A. Inc.
2000 Georges Road
Lavaltrie
J5T 3S5
Quebec
CANADA

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