PALIFREN LONG

GIF decision: Marketing suspension

What does this decision mean?

• Wstrzymanie w obrocie — The product has been temporarily suspended from circulation — sales are paused pending clarification, but it is not a full market recall.

A reduced content of the active substance paliperidone palmitate and an increased particle size compared to requirements were found, which may lead to reduced medicinal efficacy and a risk to patient health. Potential effects: reduced treatment efficacy, worsening of disease symptoms.

Download the app and stay informed

Get instant notifications about recalled products and protect your family.

App Store Google Play

Risk Level

Medium

Manufacturer

Adamed Pharma S.A., Pieńków, ul. M. Adamkiewicza 6A, 05-152 Czosnów

Batch Number

4201120

Notice Date

16.06.2023

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

Do not eat or use the product

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

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

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 the medicine from the listed batches; if you have any packs, check the batch number and consult a doctor or pharmacist to determine further steps.

Actions Taken

The PALIFREN LONG batches 4201120, DAR4201120, S000001943 and 4300099 were suspended from the market throughout the country and the decision was given immediate enforceability; the marketing authorisa...

Need Help?

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

PALIFREN LONG

What to do if you have this product?

What You Should Know

Recommendations

Actions Taken

Need Help?

Other Notices

Teicoplanin AptaPharma

Teicoplanin AptaPharma

Azaneson

Imuldosa

Loperamid APTEO MED