Medicine recall 7 December 2015

Mitoxantrone 2mg/ml Concentrate for Solution for Infusion – Hospira UK Limited

Yes – this has been recalled
The problem
Hospira UK Limited is recalling 2 specific batches after atypical results for impurities were identified during routine 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.
Source: Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) Official notice ↗

Product information

CLDA number

CLDA (15)A/11

MDR number

MDR 55-08/15

Company name

Hospira UK Limited

Product description

Mitoxantrone 2mg/ml Concentrate for Solution for Infusion.

PL 04515/0127

Batch number/ expiry

  • Batch number: B024636AB
    • Expiry date: 30 June 2016
  • Batch number: B034636AA
    • Expiry date: 31 December 2016

Brief description of problem

Precautionary recall due to the identification of atypical results for impurities during routine testing. While the above batches are currently within their registered specification, it is possible that they may go out of specification in the coming months.

Company contact for stock enquiries

Hospira UK Customer Services
Telephone: 0800 0287304

Email: custserv@hospira.com

Company contact for medical information

Hospira medical Information Team
Telephone: 01926 835509

Email: drugcomplaintsemea@hospira.com

Updated 7 December 2015. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.

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