PRA number
2008/10308
Published date
Product description
Hot & Cold Pack (labelled with ‘Atacand® candesartan cilexetil’ or 'Crestor® rosuvastatin')
Reasons the product is recalled
This product contains the toxic substance ethylene glycol (rather than the non-toxic ingredient propylene glycol).
The hazards to consumers
Potentially life-threatening or could cause a serious risk to health (Class 1).
What consumers should do
This product is supplied to health care professionals only. Recall letters will be dispatched by Astra Zeneca from Wednesday 17 September 2008 to practice managers of surgeries that may have received these goods. Health Care Professionals may cal 1800 805 342.
Supplier
Brand Promotions (supplied to AstraZeneca)
Where the product was sold
Nationally
Responsible regulator
Therapeutic Goods Administration is the responsible regulator for this recall.