Alerts

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.

Microbial contamination of the antiseptic wipes contained in the first aid kits.

The company is taking this action as a precaution because of reports of a rare, but serious, eye infection, Acanthamoeba keratitis, caused by a parasite.

Manufacture of the goods has been carried out by a manufacturer while the manufacturer did not hold a current licence, and the goods have been supplied whilst not complying with the applicable standards such as including labelling.

A connector component used in a previous version of Fisher and Paykel CPAP masks may fail prematurely.

Specific lots are being recalled because of production-line problems at AMO's manufacturing plant, which could affect the sterility of the product.

The design of the electrical power inlet to the humidifier is faulty.

Potential that the power pack could shut down the D-TRONplus Insulin Pump without any warning resulting in under-delivery of insulin.

Increasing evidence suggesting an association between the product formulation and a rare eye infection (Fusarium keratitis).

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

The products may be contaminated with bacteria and may pose a risk to health.

These products may be contaminated with bacteria and may pose a risk to health.

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.