Bayer Australia Ltd—Bayer Canesten Clotrimazole Thrush Treatment 6 Day Cream 35g AUST R 18699

PRA number

2014/14066

Published date

Product description

Tube of Canesten Clotrimazole cream, with vaginal applicators, used for vaginal thrush.
Identifying features
Batch number 8B2009 Expiry date 03/2015 Batch number 8B2010 Expiry date 03/2015 Batch number 8B2011 Expiry date 03/2015 Batch number 8B2020 Expiry date 05/2015 Batch number 8B2021 Expiry date 05/2015

Other identifying numbers

Batch number 8B2009 Expiry date 03/2015
Batch number 8B2010 Expiry date 03/2015
Batch number 8B2011 Expiry date 03/2015
Batch number 8B2020 Expiry date 05/2015
Batch number 8B2021 Expiry date 05/2015

Reasons the product is recalled

The plastic applicator used in the affected batches may have a production problem resulting in extruding plastic at the opening or visible signs of black marks or spots.

The hazards to consumers

Use of the affected batches may result in discomfort or injury.

What consumers should do

Consumers should not use product from the affected batches. Consumers can return any affected product to the pharmacy where they purchased the product from for a refund or a replacement product from another batch. Alternatively, consumers can call the Bayer Customer Service line on 1800 807 116 to arrange a refund or a replacement product.

No other batches are affected. No other Bayer Canesten products are affected.

Traders who sold this product

Pharmacies nationwide.

Where the product was sold

Nationally

Dates available for sale

-

Recall advertisements and supporting documentation

Recall advertisement

Responsible regulator

Therapeutic Goods Administration is the responsible regulator for this recall.

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