What does this decision mean?
A quality defect was found: boric acid content 0.3% instead of the required 2.8–3.2% and a non‑compliant form of the raw material, which may lead to compounding magistral medicines with incorrect strength. Potential effects: lack of treatment efficacy, possible disease complications.
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A recall means the product may be unsafe. Here is what to do if you have it at home.
Do not eat or use the product
Stop using or consuming it immediately and keep it out of reach of children.
Check the batch number and expiry date
Compare the batch/lot number and the best-before or expiry date with the details in the alert — sometimes only specific batches are affected.
Return it to the shop
You can take the product back to the shop where you bought it. For a safety recall a refund is due even without a receipt.
Get help and report it
If you feel unwell after using the product, contact a doctor. You can also report the case to the relevant authority — GIS, GIF or UOKiK.
General guidance for recalled products in Poland. Always follow the specific instructions in the official alert and from the manufacturer or retailer.
Important Information
Do not use the 3% boric acid solution raw material for compounding magistral medicines; pharmacies should check their stock and return the defective batch in line with the withdrawal procedure. Patien...
The Chief Pharmaceutical Inspector issued a decision to withdraw the specified batch of the pharmaceutical raw material 3% boric acid solution from the market throughout the country and granted the de...
If you feel unwell after consuming this product, contact your doctor or call the poison control center.