EURESPAL

GIF decision: Withdrawal from market

What does this decision mean?

  • Wycofanie z obrotu — Some of the products covered by the decision were withdrawn from the market — please return them to the pharmacy/distributor.

A risk of use disproportionate to the therapeutic effect was identified for medicinal products containing fenspiride, meaning an unfavorable benefit–risk balance and potential health threat to patients. Potential effects: lack of treatment efficacy, complications from adverse reactions, risk to health or life.

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EURESPAL
Risk Level
Critical
Manufacturer
Les Laboratories Servier, Francja
Batch Number
wszystkie serie
Notice Date
22.08.2019
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 Eurespal from any batch. Patients should consult a doctor regarding alternative treatment and may return the product to a pharmacy.

Actions Taken

Temporary ban on placing all batches on the market and suspension of distribution, followed by a decision to withdraw Eurespal from the market after revocation of the parallel import authorization, wi...

Need Help?

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

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