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Solu-I.V. CHG-Alcohol (November 26, 2008)

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Starting date:
November 26, 2008
Posting date:
December 22, 2008
Type of communication:
Drug Recall
Subcategory:
Drugs
Hazard classification:
Type II
Source of recall:
Health Canada
Issue:
Product Safety
Audience:
General Public, Healthcare Professionals, Hospitals
Identification number:
RA-2008A121

Reason

The concentration in chlorhexidine gluconate (2.7 %) no longer meets the specifications established for this product (1.8% - 2.3%)

Depth of distribution

1 distributor in Nova-Scotia, 1 distributor in Ontario and 17 hospitals in Quebec. The product is exported in Australia (1 distributor in Australia)

Affected products

Solu-I.V. CHG-Alcohol

DIN, NPN, DIN-HIM

DIN 02240356

Dosage form

Sponge

Strength

  • Chlorhexidine gluconate 2%
  • Isopropyl alcohol 70%

Lot or serial number

8029

Companies

Recalling Firm
Les Entreprises Solumed Inc.
3281 Jean-Beraud
Laval Quebec
Canada H7T 2L2
Marketing Authorization Holder
The Solumed Enterprises Inc.
3281 Jean-Beraud
Laval Quebec
Canada H7T 2L2