PRA number
2017/16044
Published date
Product description
Potassium chloride (600mg) in a bottle of 200 tablets with a plain white cap.
AUST R 27978
AUST R 27978
Why the product is recalled
This is a recall for correction of the packaging only. The bottles have been supplied with a cap that is not child-resistant.
There is no concern regarding the quality or safety of this medicine.
There is no concern regarding the quality or safety of this medicine.
What the hazards are to consumers
A cap that is not child-resistant will make access to the tablets easier for children. Ingestion of unprescribed potassium chloride could be harmful.
What consumers should do
If you or someone you care for is taking Span-K 600mg tablets, please return the medicine to a pharmacy so that the cap can be replaced with one that is child-resistant.
In the meantime, keep taking your medicine as prescribed.
Medicine should always be kept out of reach of children, as stated on the product packaging.
If you have any questions or concerns about this issue, contact your health professional or Aspen Pharmacare on 1300 659 646 (option2).
In the meantime, keep taking your medicine as prescribed.
Medicine should always be kept out of reach of children, as stated on the product packaging.
If you have any questions or concerns about this issue, contact your health professional or Aspen Pharmacare on 1300 659 646 (option2).
Supplier
Aspen Pharmacare Australia Pty Ltd
Traders who sold this product
Pharmacies nationally
Where the product was sold
Nationally
Responsible regulator
Therapeutic Goods Administration is the responsible regulator for this recall.