PRA number
2019/17345
Published date
Product description
Jurnista hydromorphone hydrochloride 8 mg prolonged release
14 tablet blister pack
AUST R: 141508
Product Number: AN412056
Batch Number: IALS400
Expiry date: Dec 2019
Jurnista is prescribed for patients with chronic, constant pain that is moderate to severe and expected to be long-lasting. It can only be prescribed by a doctor.
14 tablet blister pack
AUST R: 141508
Product Number: AN412056
Batch Number: IALS400
Expiry date: Dec 2019
Jurnista is prescribed for patients with chronic, constant pain that is moderate to severe and expected to be long-lasting. It can only be prescribed by a doctor.
Reasons the product is recalled
A manufacturing issue with some blister packs has resulted in damage to the outer coating of some tablets.
The hazards to consumers
Damage to the outer coating of the tablets may affect the release rate or dosage of the medicine.
What consumers should do
Check your Jurnista packaging to see if you have any tablets from batch number IALS400. If so, check the blister packs and tablets for any signs of damage (do not remove tablets from the packaging unless they are going to be consumed straight away). If the blister pack or tablets are damaged do not consume them. Return the entire Jurnista box to your dispensing pharmacy to discuss replacement options.
In the likely event that the blister pack and tablets are not damaged, you should continue to take the medication as prescribed by your doctor.
If you have any questions or concerns about this issue, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. You may also contact Janssen's Medical Information Department on 1800 226 334 or email medinfo@janau.jnj.com
In the likely event that the blister pack and tablets are not damaged, you should continue to take the medication as prescribed by your doctor.
If you have any questions or concerns about this issue, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. You may also contact Janssen's Medical Information Department on 1800 226 334 or email medinfo@janau.jnj.com
Supplier
Where the product was sold
Nationally
Responsible regulator
Therapeutic Goods Administration is the responsible regulator for this recall.