Alerts

Be aware that Hydroxycut products purchased via the internet may be sourced from the US and may contain ingredients which are not permitted in low-risk medicines in Australia

Weight loss drug Sibutramine (Reductil) under safety review for cardiovascular risks.

We are advising that there are supply issues with Physeptone (methadone) tablets due to quality control problems.

Ginkgo biloba products with high quercetin and rutin levels have been identified. Quality standards are being reviewed.

Advise to exercise caution when using Australian Hydroxycut products

The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) continues to alert prescribing doctors, dentists, pharmacists and consumers to the uncommon but important association of the use of bisphosphonate drugs with osteonecrosis of the jaw.

Phenylpropanolamine is no longer available in Australia due to safety concerns, including the risk of haemorrhagic stroke. Consult your doctor if you have concerns.

Paroxetine use in early pregnancy may increase the risk of congenital malformations, particularly heart defects, so women planning to become pregnant or in early pregnancy should consult their doctor.

Safety review of SSRI antidepressants for pregnant women due to possible infant heart defects.

Safety review of SSRI antidepressants for pregnant women due to potential heart defects in infants, especially with paroxetine.

Some Ayurvedic medicines have been found to contain toxic heavy metals. We're working on improving quality standards.

We are advising that some polio vaccines produced between 1957 and 1963 were contaminated with SV40, a simian virus.

SSRI antidepressants under review for use in young people due to safety issues.

We are advising that products containing Greater Celandine (Chelidonium majus) may cause liver problems. Use under healthcare supervision and consult your doctor if you have concerns.

Fact sheet to inform consumers about the safe use of paracetamol

This fact sheet has been prepared by the Therapeutic Goods Administration to inform health practitioners about the safe use of paracetamol.

BotanicLab herbal supplements contain undeclared prescription drugs and are not registered in Australia. Stop using them and consult your doctor for advice.

Do not use homoeopathic meningococcal 'vaccines' as they don't protect against the disease. Use approved vaccines and talk to your doctor if you have any questions.

We are advising that long-term use of oestrogen-only therapy may increase the risk of ovarian cancer. Consult your doctor if you have concerns.

The Expert Committee has reviewed the safety of HRT and found increased risks of heart attacks, strokes, blood clots, and breast cancer, outweighing the benefits for long-term disease prevention