Asthma puffer recall
January 7, 2013
GLAXOSMITHKLINE has initiated a
voluntary recall of ten batches of
Centolin and Asmol inhalers
through Australia.
The batch numbers affected by
the recall include: Ventolin: KN7170,
KN7173, KN7178 and KN7179; and
Asmol: KL6790, KL6795, KL6796,
KL6797, KL6798 and KL6799.
To confirm the relevant batch
number, the canister needs to be
removed from the tube and the
batch number is located on the
bottom of the canister label.
According to GSK, the affected
batches do not pose a serious
health risk, but rather the recall
was sparked due to a fault in the
delivery mechanism leading to an
inconsistent dose.
In devices which are affected, the
dose of salbutamol may not be
delivered in full.
GSK has advised patients with an
impacted puffer to return it to their
pharmacy for a free replacement,
whilst healthcare professionals have
been asked to “apply clinical
judgement to patients who experience
a worsening of their asthma”.
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