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Patient reactions prompt amoxicillin powder recall

Manufacturer Wockhardt UK has recalled batches of its amoxicillin powder following reports of adverse reactions to injections

Manufacturer Wockhardt UK has recalled batches of its amoxicillin powder following reports of adverse reactions to injections.


The MHRA issued an alert yesterday (July 22) for the recall of three batches of 500mg vials of the antibiotic for infusion after it received a "small number" of reports of adults and children suffering reactions on the site of their injection.


The recall is part of an ongoing investigation with Wockhardt's contract manufacturer in Italy. According to the MHRA, there was no evidence to suggest the batches were defective.


The medicines watchdog advised health professionals to quarantine all remaining stock and return it to the original supplier for credit. 


For stock enquiries, contact Wockhardt's customer service department on 01978 669215 or [email protected]. For medical enquiries, contact its medical information department on 01978 661261 or [email protected]


The affected batches are:

Batch number

Expiry date

Pack size

First distributed

1WA4002

January 31, 2017

10 x 500mg

April 14, 2014

1WA4003

January 31, 2017

10 x 500mg

February 28, 2014

1WA4004

January 31, 2017

10 x 500mg

April 15, 2014





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