Product description
Traditional Chinese medicines
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Reason the product is recalled
The products contain Asarum species, which have been documented to contain aristolochic acids. Asarum species containing aristolochic acid(s) for human therapeutic use are included in Schedule 10 of the Poisons Standard and are not permitted for use in therapeutic goods in Australia.
The hazards to consumers
Aristolochic acids have been linked to kidney problems and urinary tract cancers.
What consumers should do
Consumers should check the batch number on the bottom right-hand side label of the bottle. If it's from an affected batch, stop using the medicine immediately and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Consumers with any questions or concerns can contact Kaiser Pharmaceutical's Australian distributor, Acuneeds, on 03 9562 8198.
Consumers with any questions or concerns can contact Kaiser Pharmaceutical's Australian distributor, Acuneeds, on 03 9562 8198.
Details to help identify the product
Supplier running the recall
Kaiser Pharmaceutical
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Where the product was sold
Nationally
Responsible regulators
Regulators are established or appointed by government. They enforce regulations and rules.
Quote PRA number 2016/15762 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.