AVONEX

Q: Is this product safe to consume?

No. This product has been recalled due to: Suspected quality defect of the immediate packaging of the specified batches, which may result in loss of tightness and a potential risk to patients’ health or life. Potential effects: infections, complications after administration of a non-sterile drug, lack of treatment efficacy.

Q: Which batches are affected?

Affected batch numbers: 1423235, 1423343

Suspected quality defect of the immediate packaging of the specified batches, which may result in loss of tightness and a potential risk to patients’ health or life. Potential effects: infections, complications after administration of a non-sterile drug, lack of treatment efficacy.

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Risk Level

Critical

Manufacturer

Biogen Netherlands B.V.

Batch Number

1423235, 1423343

EAN Code

05909990008148

Recall Date

18.10.2019

What You Should Know

Recommendations

Do not use the product from batches 1423235 and 1423343. Patients should check the batch number, return the medicine to the pharmacy or physician, and if they have used medicine from these batches, co...

Actions Taken

The Chief Pharmaceutical Inspector withdrew Avonex batches 1423235 and 1423343 from the market throughout the country and granted the decision immediate enforceability; the marketing authorization hol...

Need Help?

If you feel unwell after consuming this product, contact your doctor or call the poison control center.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this product safe to consume?

No. This product has been recalled due to: Suspected quality defect of the immediate packaging of the specified batches, which may result in loss of tightness and a potential risk to patients’ health or life. Potential effects: infections, complications after administration of a non-sterile drug, lack of treatment efficacy.

What should I do if I already bought this?

Stop using the product immediately. Return it to the store for a full refund. If you consumed it and feel unwell, contact your doctor.

Which batches are affected?

Affected batch numbers: 1423235, 1423343

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