What does this decision mean?
A quality defect of the medicinal product was found in the form of an improper smell of the syrup, which may indicate irregularities in the composition or stability of the product. Potential effects: lack of efficacy, possible irritation or other adverse reactions.
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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 CALCIUM POLFARMEX syrup from the defective batch, check the batch number on the packaging and, if you have the product, return it to the pharmacy or manufacturer; if adverse effects occur, ...
The Chief Pharmaceutical Inspector, at the request of the marketing authorisation holder, decided to withdraw the indicated batch of the medicinal product CALCIUM POLFARMEX from the market throughout ...
If you feel unwell after consuming this product, contact your doctor or call the poison control center.