Product description
Children’s Panadol Baby Drops Syringe dosing device provided with Children's Panadol 1 month to 2 years
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Reason the product is recalled
The syringe may display incorrect dosage indicators.
The hazards to consumers
If the incorrect dosage is given to a child it may result in illness.
What consumers should do
Consumers should check syringes to determine whether they are affected. If you are uncertain whether your syringe is affected, please consult your pharmacist. If the syringe is incorrect, it should be returned to the pharmacy or call the GSK Product Information line on 1800 650 123.
If you have any concerns that your child may have received too much Children’s Panadol®, or if an overdose is taken or suspected, ring the Poisons Information Centre (Australia131 126) or go to the hospital immediately, even if your child feels well. There is a risk of delayed, serious liver damage if left untreated.
If you have any concerns that your child may have received too much Children’s Panadol®, or if an overdose is taken or suspected, ring the Poisons Information Centre (Australia131 126) or go to the hospital immediately, even if your child feels well. There is a risk of delayed, serious liver damage if left untreated.
Details to help identify the product
Supplier running the recall
GlaxoSmithKline Australia Pty Ltd
Who sold the product
Various pharmacies nationwide
Identifying product features
All batches may potentially be affected
Identifying numbers
Other identifying numbers
All batches may potentially be affected
Where the product was sold
Nationally
Responsible regulators
Regulators are established or appointed by government. They enforce regulations and rules.
Quote PRA number 2013/13868 when contacting a regulator about this recall.
Recall and remedy questions
Contact the Therapeutic Goods Administration if you have:
- a question about the remedy being offered to you by the business that is responsible for managing this recall, or
- concerns about the way the business is managing this recall.