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Dabur (January 17, 2006)

Report a Concern
Starting date:
January 17, 2006
Posting date:
April 17, 2006
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-2006A54

Reason

HC Laboratory results indicated levels of lead (1.1 ppm) and arsenic (0.2 ppm) present in the product. An HHE provided by the NHPD indicated that such levels could pose a risk to children if administered in the dosage recommended on the label. There are no contraindications on the label which would caution against administration to children.

Depth of distribution

Distributed to retailers in Canada.

Affected products

Dabur

DIN, NPN, DIN-HIM

No market authorization

Dosage form

Powder

Strength

  • Not applicable

Lot or serial number

5040, 4069

Companies

Recalling Firm
Gagan Foods International Ltd.
91 East Kent Avenue North
Vancouver British Columbia
Canada V5X 2X5
Marketing Authorization Holder
Not Applicable