Important Safety Information On Rituxan (rituximab) - For Health Professionals

RITUXAN (rituximab) Recall Summary Rituxan (rituximab), a medication used to treat certain cancers and autoimmune diseases, is being recalled across Canada due to a sterility concern that could allow bacterial contamination in some batches. The affected batches were distributed to patients who may have received potentially contaminated product. Health professionals and patients currently using Rituxan should contact their healthcare provider for specific guidance about their treatment.

Category

drug recall

Country

Canada

Agency

HC-DRUGS

Recall date

2007-08-13

Status

Closed

Distribution

Canada-wide

Official recall notice from HC-DRUGS

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/3bbacb6d-c643-4c27-8610-c80c284e814b