Class 3 Recall - Easyhaler Salbutamol

Orion Corporation T/A Orion Pharma (UK) Ltd are recalling the below batches as a precautionary measure due to an issue related to moulding defects in the bulk chambers where the inhalation powder is stored. There is a risk that the defect possibly presents as a hole in the bulk chamber resulting in the minor loss of inhalation powder. The manufacturer has confirmed that the devices will continue to function correctly with no impact on patient safety

MHRA drug alert link: https://www.gov.uk/drug-device-alerts/class-3-medicines-recall-easyhaler-salbutamol-sulfate-100-micrograms-per-actuation-slash-200-micrograms-per-actuation-inhalation-powder-el-21-a-slash-06?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications&utm_source=43302c1f-c2f7-4a15-ace9-ad4630bf5c67&utm_content=immediately

Further Information

For more information or medical information queries, please contact: UK.MedicalInformation@orionpharma.com

Please return all affected stock to your original supplier for credit. Unfortunately we can only accept stock purchased from us (Alliance Healthcare Distribution Limited). Any other stock will be returned to your stores/Pharmacies

This recall will remain open for 3 months from the date issued unless an alternative date is agreed by instigator. The closure of this will be 01/06/2021. Please note after this date customer returns may still be accepted but customers may not be credited.