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Posted: 25th June 2019
Specific batches of Alfaxan and Alfaxan Multidose affected
The Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) is making vets and wholesalers aware that certain batches of Alfaxan and Alfaxan Multidose 10mg/ml Solution for Injection has been recalled.
Jurox UK issued a recall of specific batches after particulates were found during routine stability testing.
The manufacturer is contacting wholesalers and vets to urge them to examine their inventory immediately and quarantine any recalled products.
Affected batches are:
| Batch No. | Description | Vm Number | Pack Size | Expiry |
| 55523 | Alfaxan Multidose 10 mg/ml Solution for injection for dogs, cats and pet rabbits | Vm 25296/4004 | 10 ml | 16/04/21 |
| 48317 | Alfaxan 10 mg/ml Solution for injection for dogs, cats and pet rabbits | Vm 25296/4003 | 10 ml | 22/01/23 |
| 62816 | Alfaxan 10 mg/ml Solution for injection for dogs, cats and pet rabbits | Vm 25296/4003 | 10 ml | 16/07/23 |
All other batches and the 20ml pack size are not affected by the recall.
For more information, contact Richard Beckwith on 07584 099536 or richard.beckwith@jurox.co.uk
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