Alerts

Pfizer Australia has advised that the shortage of Bicillin L-A prefilled syringe for injection will continue until mid-2024, so we have approved the importation and supply of a second overseas-registered product, Extencilline benzathine benzylpenicillin 1.2 million unit vial (France), until 30 September 2024.

Be alert to the issue of unexpected shut down of the A30 and A40 series bi-level positive airway pressure (BiPAP) devices. This can cause interruptions and loss of therapy for patients.

Be alert about a higher risk of device failure with the Hintermann Series H3 Total Ankle Replacement (TAR) system. Read this if you're a patient, carer or health care provider.

The companies supplying Fanttest COVID-19 test kits were made aware of the potential for variability in the way the control line appears (ie a weak/faint/pale control line) when strong COVID-19 positive results are obtained.

The product tested is not listed in the ARTG and has not been assessed by the TGA for quality, safety or efficacy as required under Australian legislation.

Sun Herbal Pty Ltd is recalling Clear the Skin Formula a.k.a. Liang Xue Xiao Feng San CM116, a Chinese medicine for skin rash because the label does not display the required warning statement.

Metalyse (tenecteplase) 40 mg for injection is to be discontinued; supply of Metalyse 50 mg for injection is not affected.

The shortages of these products have been extended by the sponsor.

Information has been updated about the ongoing shortages of Vyvanse medicines

We have made a legal instrument to allow substitution between gliclazide medicines

Information about the change in market authorisation for Ordine (morphine) oral liquid products

Read our safety advisory for Medicines containing Withania somnifera (Withania, Ashwagandha). Be aware of potential gastrointestinal symptoms and very rare cases of liver injury.

The shortage of Zactin Tabs has been extended, there are management actions in place.

Artri King tablets pose a serious risk to your health and should not be taken.

There have been reports of the dose counter stopping after the 10th dose and not locking after the 60th dose. If this happens, you should return the product to your place of purchase or contact Boehringer Ingelheim.

Bullblood tablets pose a serious risk to your health and should not be taken.

Commander Stamina Time tablets pose a serious risk to your health and should not be taken.

Excite for her tablets pose a serious risk to your health and should not be taken.

Kamasutra herbal jelly for him bottle poses a serious risk to your health and should not be taken.

Kamasutra Herbal Jelly for him oral jelly sachets pose a serious risk to your health and should not be taken.

Tantra Jelly oral jelly satchels pose a serious risk to your health and should not be taken.

Throb Herbal supplement tablets pose a serious risk to your health and should not be taken.

If you have an implanted SMR MB L1 Liner you may be at higher risk of requiring revision surgery.

Phytologic Holdings is recalling two batches of Henry Blooms Herb-a-lax 200-gram dried herb powder (AUST L 23408) due to insects being found in some bottles of these batches.

Information about the supply and availability of Vyvanse in Australia continues to be updated