Medicine recalls
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| Canada: Buckley's syrups recalled due to potential choking hazard |
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Health Canada is advising Canadians that GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) Consumer Healthcare Inc. has initiated a voluntary recall of certain Buckley's syrup products from stores. A defect with the plastic seal may cause it to fall into the bottle and present a potential choking hazard if swallowed. This seal is a circular plastic layer that is clear or semi-transparent and approximately 1.7 cm in diameter. The affected products are indicated for use by adults and children above 12 years old. Buckley's Jack and Jill children's syrup is not part of the recall as it uses a different seal.
The affected products include:
• Buckley's Complete, DIN 02279703, 150 & 250mL
• Buckley's Complete Mucus Relief, DIN 02357232, 150 & 250mL
• Buckley's Cough & Chest Congestion, DIN 02289164, 150 & 250mL
• Buckley's Cough Mucus & Phlegm, DIN02346451,150 & 250mL
• Buckley's Original Mixture, NPN 02239538, 100 & 200mL
• Buckley's Original Mixture Night Time, DIN 02230939, 100mL
According to GSK Consumer Healthcare Inc., consumers should follow the dosing instructions listed on the label. Do not drink directly from the bottle. Pour the syrup into a teaspoon and check for the plastic seal before consuming. Consumers should consult with their health care professional if they have used these products and have health concerns.
Please refer to the following website in Health Canada for details:
http://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/../62546a-eng.php
In Hong Kong, the above products are not registered pharmaceutical products.
Ends/ Friday, March 10, 2017
Issued at HKT 15:00
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