PRA number
2009/10712
Published date
Product description
Dithrasal 1% dithranol 10mg/g ointment tube. AUST R 15561. Batch No. 6A49. Expires July 2009. Dithrasal 2% dithranol 20mg/g ointment tube. AUST R 15562. Batch No. 34526. Expires March 2011
Reasons the product is recalled
The product contains higher than permitted levels of an impurity which may impact on the long term safety of the medicine.
The hazards to consumers
Illness or mistreatment (Class II).
What consumers should do
Please return the product to place of purchase for a refund.
Supplier
Dermatech Pty Ltd
Where the product was sold
Nationally
Responsible regulator
Therapeutic Goods Administration is the responsible regulator for this recall.