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RECALL: UCB Pharma levocetirizine 0.5mg/ml oral solution (Xyzal) (29 March 2008)

UCB Pharma has initiated a voluntary recall of the following batches of Xyzal (levocetrizine) 0.5mg/ml oral solution 200ml because some units of the product contain particles of polyfluorotetraethylene (Teflon).

UCB Pharma has evaluated the case and concludes that this defect does not pose a significant risk to patients’ health since polyfluorotetraethylene is chemically inert and non-toxic. However, to minimise any risk, UCB has initiated a voluntary recall at pharmacy level.

Pharmacists should contact their wholesaler to arrange return of quarantined stock.

Wholesalers should contact UCB customer services on 0800 953 0183 to arrange return of quarantined stock.