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Lax Sachets

Official notice

21 Sept 2017

Last checked

21 Sept 2017

Low riskACCC

An official ACCC notice concerns Lax Sachets. Following the incorrect instructions on the sachets will result in a larger volume and more dilute solution to drink. This is unlikely to result in any harm to the user, but the effectiveness of the product may be reduced. Published 2017-09-21.

What to do now

If you or someone you provide care for uses Lax-Sachets, please check any unused sachets to see if they are from an affected batch (with batch number 7229215, 7229216, 7229217 or 7229219) or have the incorrect instructions on the sachets. If you have affected products, return them to your pharmacy for a replacement or refund. If you have any questions or concerns about this issue, talk to your health professional.

Recall number

8cbb5d9d-194c-4bc2-bb7c-9726bd028d26

Official notice

2017-09-21

The hazard

Following the incorrect instructions on the sachets will result in a larger volume and more dilute solution to drink. This is unlikely to result in any harm to the user, but the effectiveness of the product may be reduced.

How to check if you're affected

Compare the product name and identifiers below with the item you own. Follow the official notice if they match.

Lots

7229215, 7229216, 7229217, 7229219, es

Artg Numbers

202202

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Affected products

Product 1

Lax Sachets contain powder that, after being mixed with water, is taken orally to relieve constipation and treat faecal impaction. 30 sachets per pack Batch numbers 7229215, 7229216, 7229217 and 7229219 only Expiry 12/2020 ARTG Number 202202

Risk / hazard

Following the incorrect instructions on the sachets will result in a larger volume and more dilute solution to drink. This is unlikely to result in any harm to the user, but the effectiveness of the product may be reduced.

Where it was sold

The source does not list specific retailers. See the official notice for where affected products were sold.

Location 1

AU · Australia

Affected area 1

AU · Australia

Source & status

Source

Tier

beta

Category

HOME

Classification

Pharmacy and medical products

App estimate

low

Recall details

Recall number

8cbb5d9d-194c-4bc2-bb7c-9726bd028d26

Classification

Pharmacy and medical products

Source tier

beta

Documents, notices & source

See the official notice and source documents for full details.

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