Two lots of cystic fibrosis drug Cayston recalled due to the potential of cracked glass vials
CanadaTwo lots of cystic fibrosis drug Cayston recalled due to the potential of cracked glass vials
Recalling Firm: Communications and Public Affairs Branch
Reason for Recall / Hazard
Product quality
Product Description & Identification
Check the lot number on your product or contact your pharmacist to determine whether your product is subject to this recall if you have any doubt. If you have a recalled product, stop taking the medication and contact your pharmacy immediately for a replacement product. Return the affected product to your pharmacy for proper disposal. If you become aware of any unusual symptoms or side effects that may be associated with this product, immediately contact your healthcare provider. Contact Gilead Sciences, Inc., toll-free at 1-800-445-3235, or by e-mail at Safety_fc@gilead.com, if you have questions about this recall. Report any health product adverse events or complaints to Health Canada.
Affected Products
Gilead Sciences, Inc., Cayston (Lots 032168 and 033357)
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| N I D | 73356 |
| U R L | https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/two-lots-cystic-fibrosis-drug-cayston-recalled-due-potential-cracked-glass-vials |
| Issue | Product quality |
| Title | Two lots of cystic fibrosis drug Cayston recalled due to the potential of cracked glass vials |
| Product | Gilead Sciences, Inc., Cayston (Lots 032168 and 033357) |
| Archived | 0 |
| Category | Drugs |
| Last updated | 2023-03-20 |
| Organization | Communications and Public Affairs Branch |
| What you should do | Check the lot number on your product or contact your pharmacist to determine whether your product is subject to this recall if you have any doubt. If you have a recalled product, stop taking the medication and contact your pharmacy immediately for a replacement product. Return the affected product to your pharmacy for proper disposal. If you become aware of any unusual symptoms or side effects that may be associated with this product, immediately contact your healthcare provider. Contact Gilead Sciences, Inc., toll-free at 1-800-445-3235, or by e-mail at Safety_fc@gilead.com, if you have questions about this recall. Report any health product adverse events or complaints to Health Canada. |
Check Other Products In Your Household
Free Safety ToolsSafety recalls are issued daily across foods, medications, vehicles, and electronics. Use our instant tools to check your home for active safety warnings:
Overview
- Recalling FirmCommunications and Public Affairs Branch
📢 Share Warning
Alert family and friends to keep them safe. Copy this quick alert message:
🚨 SAFETY ALERT: Communications and Public Affairs Branch - Two lots of cystic fibrosis drug Cayston recalled due to the potential of cracked glass vials Check if your household is affected: https://therecallfile.com/recalls/two-lots-of-cystic-fibrosis-drug-cayston-recalled-due-to-the-potential/CANADA-73356
Join Alertlist
Get instant email updates whenever critical safety recalls like this are published.
Featured on Product Hunt
Help support our public safety mission and check out our community launch.
Support The Recall File
Help keep official recall alerts free, accessible, and fast for everyone.
Related Recalls
Health CanadaTransport Canada Recall - 2018088 -
Transport Canada Recall - 2018088 -
Tires
Health CanadaTransport Canada Recall - 2018288 -
Transport Canada Recall - 2018288 -
Airbag
Health CanadaTransport Canada Recall - 2018409 -
Transport Canada Recall - 2018409 -
Airbag