Medicines recallMHRA
Invokana 300mg tablets (Northern Ireland only) recalled over a packaging defect
A. Menarini Farmaceutica Internazionale Srl is recalling a specific batch as a precautionary measure due to the distribution of Invokana 300mg in Northern Ireland in packaging intended for the Greek market.
Check your product
Only products that match these details are covered. Have your pack in front of you.
3 identifiers listed for this notice.
Invokana 300mg tablets (Northern Ireland only) 30 tablets
- Batch codePrinted on the pack, often next to the date mark. It may start with L or LOT.
- NDL0N00
- ExpiryOn the carton, blister or label.
- 31/03/2026
- First distributedOn the product, its label or its packaging.
- 8 March 2024
What to do now
A fault with the packaging or delivery device of Invokana 300mg tablets (Northern Ireland only) has been found.
- Keep taking your medicine unless a healthcare professional tells you otherwise.
- Check the batch number and expiry date on your pack against the list on this page.
- If it matches, your pharmacist can swap it or arrange an alternative.
- Report suspected side effects to the MHRA Yellow Card scheme.
Why it matters. A faulty cap, seal, syringe or inhaler can mean a missed or wrong dose, or contamination of the product.
Symptoms and when to get help
Look out for
- a side effect you have not had before
- your condition not being controlled as well as usual
Get help urgently
- signs of a severe allergic reaction, such as swelling of the face or throat or difficulty breathing — call 999
- if you feel unwell and are worried, speak to a pharmacist, your GP or NHS 111
This is general information based on NHS public guidance, not medical advice. In an emergency call 999. For urgent advice use NHS 111 (NHS 24 on 111 in Scotland) or, in Northern Ireland, your GP or out-of-hours service.
Replacements and prescriptions
If your pack is affected, your pharmacy can usually exchange it for an unaffected batch or another suitable product. Prescription medicines are replaced through your pharmacy or prescriber; you do not need to buy a new supply yourself.
Many recalls are made at pharmacy or wholesaler level and do not require patients to act. The notice says which level applies.
From the official notice
Published by the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (EL(24)A/13). Quoted as issued.
Summary
A. Menarini Farmaceutica Internazionale Srl is recalling a specific batch as a precautionary measure due to the distribution of Invokana 300mg in Northern Ireland in packaging intended for the Greek market.
The risk
MDR number MDR 105-04/24 Company name
Advice for healthcare professionals
Stop supplying the above batch immediately. Quarantine all remaining stock and return it to your supplier using your supplier’s approved process.
No further action is required by patients as this is a Pharmacy and Wholesaler level recall. Patients should continue to take medicines from these batches as prescribed by your healthcare professional.
Patients who experience adverse reactions or have any questions about the medication, should seek medical attention. Any suspected adverse reactions should also be reported via the MHRA Yellow Card scheme .
Advice for patients
No further action is required by patients as this is a Pharmacy and Wholesaler level recall. Patients should continue to take medicines from these batches as prescribed by your healthcare professional.
Patients who experience adverse reactions or have any questions about the medication, should seek medical attention. Any suspected adverse reactions should also be reported via the MHRA Yellow Card scheme .
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Questions
Why has Invokana 300mg tablets (Northern Ireland only) been recalled?
A fault with the packaging or delivery device of Invokana 300mg tablets (Northern Ireland only) has been found. A faulty cap, seal, syringe or inhaler can mean a missed or wrong dose, or contamination of the product.
How do I know if my medicine is affected?
Compare the batch code, expiry and date code on your pack with the details listed under “Check your product” on this page. Only items that match are covered by the notice.
What should I do now?
Keep taking your medicine unless a healthcare professional tells you otherwise. Check the batch number and expiry date on your pack against the list on this page.
Do I need a new prescription?
If your pack is affected, your pharmacy can usually exchange it for an unaffected batch or another suitable product. Prescription medicines are replaced through your pharmacy or prescriber; you do not need to buy a new supply yourself. Many recalls are made at pharmacy or wholesaler level and do not require patients to act. The notice says which level applies.