Vitaros 3mg/g cream – Takeda UK Ltd – CLDA (15)A/3 – 17 March 2015
Yes – this has been recalled
- The problem
- Takeda UK Ltd is recalling a specific batch of Vitaros 3mg/g cream 4 x 100mg.
- 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/3
MDR number
43-01/15
Company name
Takeda UK Ltd
Product description
Vitaros 3mg/g cream 4 x 100mg,
PL 16189/0021
Batch number/ expiry
Batch 511742, expiry Aug 2015
Brief description of problem
The above batch was distributed to the UK market in error between 3 March and 11 March 2015. We understand that only a small number of packs have been distributed beyond wholesaler level. The batch was quarantined pending investigation of an out of trend result for alprostadil assay reported during stability testing.
Company contact for medical information enquiries
Telephone: 01628 537900
Fax: 01628 526617
Email DSO-UK@takeda.com
Updated 17 March 2015. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.