PRA number
2015/14991
Published date
Product description
Guardian children's paracetamol elixir for 1 to 5 years
Reasons the product is recalled
There is a risk of the bottle grooves breaking off when opening the bottle.
The hazards to consumers
If the defect occurs, this poses a potential choking hazard for young children.
What consumers should do
If you or someone you care for is using Guardian children's paracetamol elixir for 1 to 5 years, please be aware of this issue and check the batch number (displayed on the side of the carton and on the bottle label).
If you have a bottle with the batch number FA4341, return the medicine to the place of purchase for refund or replacement. In the meantime do not use the affected medicine.
If you have any questions or concerns about this issue, speak to your health professional. Alternatively, you can call Sigma on 1300 132 293.
If you have a bottle with the batch number FA4341, return the medicine to the place of purchase for refund or replacement. In the meantime do not use the affected medicine.
If you have any questions or concerns about this issue, speak to your health professional. Alternatively, you can call Sigma on 1300 132 293.
Supplier
Sigma
Where the product was sold
Nationally
Responsible regulator
Therapeutic Goods Administration is the responsible regulator for this recall.