Reckitt recalls Fybogel batches over metal fragment fears
Clinical Manufacturer fears gastric motility sachets may contain metal fragments
Reckitt Benckiser UK is recalling batches of its Fybogel sachets over fears they could contain metal fragments.
The MHRA yesterday (March 12) advised pharmacists to quarantine affected batches of Fybogel Orange (ispaghula husk) and return them to the original supplier for credit.
The sachets are used to aid gastric motility.
Medical queries should be directed to Reckitt Benckiser Healthcare on 0500 455 456, while stock enquiries should be directed to 01753 506950.
The affected batches are:
| Batch number | Expiry date | Pack size | First distributed |
| 401010 | January 2017 | 1 x 30 | 26 February 2014 |
| 401312 | January 2017 | 1 x 30 | 1 March 2014 |
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