THE Ministry of Health has announced a voluntary recall of Paracodeine Tablets, batch number KA23227, currently distributed in the Trinidad market.
This action follows an advisory from Cipla Limited, the manufacturer, after stability testing revealed an “Out of Specification” result for the codeine content.
Cipla’s tests, conducted at the 12-month interval under standard conditions, found the codeine levels to be slightly below the required specification. In response, the Ministry has been coordinating with local distributors to ensure that the affected batch is swiftly removed from retail outlets.
Consumers in possession of the identified batch are urged to stop using the tablets immediately and return them to the point of purchase if possible. For further details, individuals can contact the Office of the Principal Pharmacist, Drug Inspectorate, by emailing druginspectorate@health.gov.tt or calling 217-4664 ext. 13401.
