As some of you have already heard, Sanofi has announced a
recall of Allerject. Details of the recall are available here: http://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2015/55620a-eng.php.
Information from the Health Canada website:
Products
affected
- Allerject Pre-filled
Autoinjector (DIN02382059 – 0.15mg/0.15mL epinephrine).
- Allerject Pre-filled
Autoinjector (DIN02382067 – 0.3mg/0.3mL epinephrine).
What parents should do
- Contact your pharmacy to
arrange returning your Allerject device and to obtain a replacement
epinephrine auto-injector with the same dose.
- Consult your pharmacist
to ensure you understand how to properly use the replacement
auto-injector.
- In the event a
life-threatening allergic reaction (anaphylaxis) occurs before you can obtain
a replacement auto injector, use your Allerject device as directed by your
healthcare provider, and then seek emergency medical attention.
- Speak with your
healthcare professional if you are concerned about your health or your
child’s health.
- Report any adverse
events to Health Canada.
Thank you
