Advanz Pharma, Carbimazole 10mg and 15mg tablets
- The problem
- Advanz Pharma is recalling batches of carbimazole tablets due to an out of specification observation for tablet appearance of samples during routine stability testing.
- What to do
- Check the batch number on your pack against the list below. Do not stop taking a prescribed medicine without talking to your pharmacist, GP or prescriber first – they can check your supply and swap it if needed.
PL Number(s)
PL 20072/0244
PL 20072/0245
MDR Number
MDR 359-04/21
Company Name
Advanz Pharma
Product description
Carbimazole 10mg Tablets PL 20072/0244
| Batch number | Expiry date | Pack size | First distributed |
|---|---|---|---|
| 120963 | September 21 | 1 x100 | 20 May 2020 |
| 121025 | September 21 | 1 x100 | 19 January 2021 |
Carbimazole 15mg Tablets PL 20072/0245
| Batch number | Expiry date | Pack size | First distributed |
|---|---|---|---|
| 120967 | September 21 | 1 x100 | 26 June 2020 |
| 121028 | September 21 | 1 x100 | 27 May 2020 |
Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients: carbimazole
Brief description of the problem
Advanz Pharma is recalling the above batches of carbimazole tablets as a precautionary measure, due to an out of specification observation for tablet appearance of samples during routine stability testing. Based on the investigation performed, the observed defect was related to oxidation of the excipient red iron oxide on the surface of the tablets, due to a lack of proper mixing during the manufacturing process. There is no safety or efficacy issues as a result of this observation.
Advice for healthcare professionals
Stop supplying the above batches immediately. Quarantine all remaining stock and return it to your supplier using your supplier’s approved process.
Further Information
For more information or medical information queries please contact +44 (0) 8700 70 30 33 , or email medicalinformation@advanzpharma.com.
Recipients of this Medicines Recall should bring it to the attention of relevant contacts by copy of this notice.
NHS regional teams are asked to forward this to community pharmacists and dispensing general practitioners for information.
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Class 3 Medicines Recall: Advanz Pharma, Carbimazole 10mg and 15mg tablets, EL (21)A/13
Updated 20 May 2021. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.