Alerts

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.

Guidant Australia is issuing hazard alert letters to cardiologists on a fault with a limited number of their implantable pacemakers.

Samples were found to be contaminated with micro-organisms.

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.

The presence of a microorganism Burkholderia cepacia has been found in one batch of Colgate Periogard Chlorohex Antiseptic Mouth Rinse on the market.

The product is being recalled due to possible bacterial contamination.

Brauer Baby and Child Care Calm, 100 ml bottle oral liquid

Bleph-10 (sulfacetamide sodium 10%) 15 mL eye drops

MYCOSPOR Bifonazole cream, CANESTEN Bifonazole Once Daily Anti-Fungal Body Cream

Bioglan Bio Superdophilus tablets

Benadryl for the Family Dry Cough and Nasal Congestion Liquid

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.

Recall letters being dispatched