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ALERT: Sensodyne Original and Sensodyne Mint (18 July 2007)

Fake Sensodyne Original and Sensodyne Mint toothpaste products in 50ml packs with combined Arabic and English labelling have been found to contain diethylene glycol at levels that could be toxic to young children and anyone with impaired liver or kidney function.

The batch code is quoted as “PROD 07 2005/EXP 08 2008” in both cases, although other fake batches may be present. The fake products have been sold in unauthorised markets and discount shops. Legitimate Sensodyne products from GlaxoSmithKline are in English livery only, available from authorised suppliers.

Although there is no evidence of combined Arabic/English livery stock in the legitimate supply chain, hospitals, wholesalers and pharmacies are requested to check their stocks and destroy any stock found.

Nimo Ahmed, Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency enforcement group, should be notifed on 020 7084 2576