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" " Herberex may pose serious health risks; Health Canada suspends product licence
Health Canada is warning consumers not to use Herberex, advertised as an herbal product for sexual enhancement, because it may pose serious health risks. Herberex was authorized as a natural health product, but Health Canada testing found the product…
AlertPublic advisory | 2021-12-31
" " Potential contamination of health products manufactured by Eco-Med Pharmaceuticals Inc. may pose health risks to Canadians
As a precaution, Health Canada is advising Canadians to stop using and discard all products manufactured by Eco-Med Pharmaceuticals (ultrasound gels, transmission and massage lotions, hand sanitizers and first aid antiseptics) due to potential bacterial…
AlertPublic advisory | 2021-12-20
" " Multiple cold and flu powdered medications, for adults and children 12 years of age and older, recalled due to potential health risks
CellChem Pharmaceuticals Inc. is recalling all lots of cold and flu medications, sold in pouches of dissolvable powder, due to potential health risks. The products are authorized for use in adults and children 12 years of age and older. They are…
AlertPublic advisory | 2021-12-20
" " Dr. pen microneedling devices are not authorized for sale and may pose health risks
Health Canada has received a number of complaints regarding the importation, sale and use of unauthorized Dr. pen microneedling pens and cartridges in Canada, including reports from local public health units. These devices have been found for sale online…
AlertPublic advisory | 2021-12-16
" " Recall: Three lots of Odor-Eaters Spray Powder for athlete’s foot
Blistex Corporation is recalling three lots of Odor-Eaters Spray Powder (D20C04, D20K13 and D21H03) due to contamination with benzene. Frequent and long-term exposure (e.g., through the skin or by inhalation) to elevated levels of benzene may pose…
AlertPublic advisory | 2021-11-19
" " Button batteries pose life-threatening dangers to young children
Cases of young children swallowing button batteries resulting in serious internal injury and death continue to be reported in Canada. In 2020, the Canadian Hospitals Injury Reporting and Prevention Program (CHIRPP), an injury and poisoning emergency room…
AlertPublic advisory | 2021-11-15
" " One lot of Verkazia (cyclosporine) eye drops recalled due to potential presence of particulate matter
McKesson Specialized Distribution (MSD) is recalling one lot (1N81H) of Verkazia (cyclosporine) eye drops after certain vials from the lot were found to contain particulate matter. The manufacturer, Santen Inc., determined the particles were a…
AlertPublic advisory | 2021-11-12
" " Health Canada is updating the labels of the Janssen and Vaxzevria (AstraZeneca) COVID-19 vaccines
Health Canada is informing Canadians and healthcare professionals about changes to the product labels of the Janssen and Vaxzevria (AstraZeneca) COVID-19 vaccines. The Department is updating the label of the Janssen COVID-19 Vaccine to provide…
AlertPublic advisory | 2021-11-09
" " Two lots of TUMS Assorted Berries Extra Strength Tablets recalled because they may contain metal fragments
GSK Consumer Healthcare ULC is recalling two lots of TUMS Assorted Berries Extra Strength Tablets, sold in 750 mg bottles (lot 7B3G) and packages of 3 rolls containing 8 tablets each (lot CS6M), because the tablets may contain metal fragments. The…
AlertPublic advisory | 2021-11-04
" " Multiple lots of irbesartan, losartan and valsartan drugs recalled
Multiple lots of irbesartan, losartan and valsartan drugs recalled Starting date: May 30, 2021 Posting date: October 26, 2021 Type of communication: Advisory Subcategory:…
AlertPublic advisory | 2021-10-26
" " Unauthorized injectable drugs and medical devices seized from Vivian Spa in Mississauga, ON, may pose serious health risks
Unauthorized injectable drugs and medical devices seized from Vivian Spa in Mississauga, ON, may pose serious health risks Starting date: October 19, 2021 Type of…
AlertPublic advisory | 2021-10-19
" " Ombrelle Garnier Complete Dry Mist Spray sunscreen recalled due to elevated benzene levels
Ombrelle Garnier Complete Dry Mist Spray sunscreen recalled due to elevated benzene levels Starting date: October 15, 2021 Type of communication: Advisory Subcategory: Drugs…
AlertPublic advisory | 2021-10-15
" " One lot of GENIUS Kids and Teens softgel capsules recalled due to possible bacterial contamination
One lot of GENIUS Kids and Teens softgel capsules recalled due to possible bacterial contamination Starting date: October 6, 2021 Posting date: October 12, 2021 Type of…
AlertPublic advisory | 2021-10-12
" " Health Canada suspends licence and requested a recall for PURE75 gel hand sanitizer due to potential serious health risks
Health Canada suspends licence and requested a recall for PURE75 gel hand sanitizer due to potential serious health risks Starting date: September 23, 2021 Posting date:…
AlertPublic advisory | 2021-10-08
" " Two lots of Advil Cold & Sinus Day/Night Convenience Pack recalled due to labelling error that may cause confusion between daytime and nighttime tablets
Two lots of Advil Cold & Sinus Day/Night Convenience Pack recalled due to labelling error that may cause confusion between daytime and nighttime tablets Starting date:…
AlertPublic advisory | 2021-10-03
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