Alerts

TGA has issued updated safety advice for consumers taking Pradaxa (dabigatran), highlighting risks such as bleeding and the importance of proper storage and patient monitoring.

Health professionals and consumers are advised that Roche Diagnostics Australia, after consultation with the TGA, has initiated a recall for product correction for its CoaguChek XS, CoaguChek XS Plus and CoaguChek XS Pro INR monitors.

Health professionals and consumers are advised that Abbott Diabetes Care, after consultation with the TGA, has initiated a recall for product correction for its FreeStyle InsuLinx Blood Glucose Meter.

Health professionals and consumers are advised that Alcon Laboratories Australia, in consultation with the TGA, has issued a hazard alert regarding AcrySof Cachet Phakic Lenses.

Health professionals and consumers are advised that Johnson & Johnson Medical Pty Ltd, after consultation with the TGA, is recalling its OneTouch Verio IQ Blood Glucose Meter.

Health professionals and consumers are advised that Hoya Surgical Optics, in consultation with the TGA, is recalling certain Hoya One-Piece Intraocular Lenses (IOLs) that are in the supply chain.

Health professionals and patients are advised that a review of post-market surveillance data has identified that the Adept 12/14 Modular Head has a higher than expected revision rate.

Health professionals and consumers are advised that sponsor, Sorin Group Australia, in consultation with the TGA, has issued a hazard alert for Isoline defibrillation leads.

Precautionary product notification for GlaxoSmithKline Australia (GSK) influenza vaccine, Fluarix

About seasonal flu vaccine: 2013 seasonal influenza vaccines for use in children

Updated information regarding patient follow-up for the ABGII Modular Femoral Stem and Modular Neck hip replacement system

Poly Implant Prothèse (PIP) update