Diprophos

GIF decision: Marketing prohibition

What does this decision mean?

  • Zakaz wprowadzania — Selected batches are subject to a marketing prohibition — the product cannot be distributed to pharmacies.

Possible occurrence of brown, metallic-looking particles in the suspension for injection, identified as stainless steel particles, which may cause local inflammatory conditions and hypersensitivity reactions at the injection site. Potential effects: local complications, inflammation, allergic reactions, post-procedural complications.

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Diprophos
Risk Level
Critical
Manufacturer
Organon Polska Sp. z o.o. ul. Marszałkowska 126/134, 00-008 Warszawa
Batch Number
W030205
Notice Date
31.01.2023
View official statement
Source: GIF view the official alert

What to do if you have this product?

A recall means the product may be unsafe. Here is what to do if you have it at home.

  1. 1

    Do not eat or use the product

    Stop using or consuming it immediately and keep it out of reach of children.

  2. 2

    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.

  3. 3

    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.

  4. 4

    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

What You Should Know

Recommendations

Do not use Diprophos from batches W030205, W033583 or W036601. Patients should check the batch number on the packaging and, if they have these batches, consult a doctor or pharmacist and return the pr...

Actions Taken

The Chief Pharmaceutical Inspector imposed a prohibition on placing Diprophos batches W030205, W033583 and W036601 on the market throughout the country and granted the decision immediate enforceabilit...

Need Help?

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

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