Iodinated Contrast Media - Potential Risk Of Hypothyroidism

Iodinated Contrast Media Recall Summary Iodinated contrast media products used in medical imaging procedures are being recalled across Canada due to a potential risk of hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid). These products are injectable medicines given to patients undergoing certain diagnostic imaging tests. The recall affects all patients who may have received this contrast media in Canada.

Reason

Product safety

Category

drug recall

Country

Canada

Agency

HC-DRUGS

Recall date

2017-04-24

Status

Closed

Distribution

Canada-wide

Official recall notice from HC-DRUGS

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/94134b2f-7f8b-41a2-8266-3c43da406df7