GSK recalls batches of Zovirax Suspension
GlaxoSmithKline, has recalled multiple batches of Zovirax Suspension 125ml after the discovery of incorrect dosing instructions
GlaxoSmithKline, has recalled multiple batches of Zovirax Suspension 125ml after the discovery of incorrect dosing instructions.
The error, which occurs in section three of the patient information leaflet, meant patients were being advised to take half the recommended dose.
A full batch listing is provided below:
| Batch number | Expiry date | Pack size | First distributed |
| B07491 | 30/09/2012 | 125 ml | 24 June 2010 |
| B0820E | 31/05/2013 | 125 ml | 27 September 2010 |
| B0850G | 31/07/2013 | 125 ml | 6 September 2010 |
| B0880I | 30/09/2013 | 125 ml | 23 December 2010 |
| B4450L | 31/12/2013 | 125 ml | 1 March 2011 |
| B3371C | 31/03/2014 | 125 ml | 20 May 2011 |
| B5951D | 30/04/2014 | 125 ml | 14 July 2011 |
| B6691G | 31/07/2014 | 125 ml | 8 November 2011 |
| B2711F | 30/06/2014 | 125 ml | 19 October 2011 |
| B8361G | 31/07/2104 | 125 ml | 19 December 2011 |
| B1561L | 31/12/2014 | 125 ml | 19 January 2012 |
| B4312A | 31/01/2015 | 125 ml | 25 April 2012 |
| B0462C | 31/03/2015 | 125 ml | 13 June 2012 |
For information on stock returns contact your wholesaler or GlaxoSmithKline customer services on 0800 221441.
