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Curaleaf Oil [FS] 10mg/ml THC, 10mg/ml CBD (30ml) recalled over a strength or dose problem

Wrong strength or doseHigh riskClass 2

Curaleaf Laboratories are recalling three batches of Curaleaf Oil [FS] 10mg/ml THC 10mg/ml CBD (30ml) due to low THC content.

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Only products that match these details are covered. Have your pack in front of you.

8 identifiers listed for this notice.

  • Curaleaf Oil [FS] 10mg/ml THC, 10mg/ml CBD (30ml) 30 mL

    Batch codePrinted on the pack, often next to the date mark. It may start with L or LOT.
    • B11/01/24-30
    • B11/04/24-30
    • B11/05/24-30
    ExpiryOn the carton, blister or label.
    • 28/02/2026
    • 31/07/2026
    First distributedOn the product, its label or its packaging.
    • 12/08/2024
    • 03/12/2024
    • 04/02/2025

What to do now

The problem with Curaleaf Oil [FS] 10mg/ml THC, 10mg/ml CBD (30ml) is strength: the dose in the affected batches may be higher or lower than the label says.

  1. Do not stop taking a prescribed medicine without advice: missing doses can be more dangerous than the defect.
  2. Compare the batch number printed on the box or label with the batches listed here.
  3. If your pack is affected, take it to your pharmacy or contact the prescriber for a replacement.
  4. Any side effect you think is linked can be reported through the Yellow Card scheme.

Why it matters. A medicine that is weaker than stated may not control the condition it treats; one that is stronger may cause side effects.

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

Talk to the pharmacist who dispensed the medicine. They have the batch information and can arrange a replacement.

If you bought it over the counter, return it to the pharmacy or shop for a refund or replacement.

From the official notice

Published by the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (EL(26)A/13). Quoted as issued.

Summary

Curaleaf Laboratories are recalling three batches of Curaleaf Oil [FS] 10mg/ml THC 10mg/ml CBD (30ml) due to low THC content.

The risk

DMRC reference number DMRC- 38668711 Marketing Authorisation Holder

Advice for healthcare professionals

Stop supplying the above batches immediately. Quarantine all stock and return it to your supplier using your supplier’s approved process.

No action is required by patients, the recall is at the wholesaler and pharmacy level.

Patients should continue to use the product as instructed by their healthcare professional. No adverse events have been received for these batches of products. If patients have any questions about this medication, you should speak to their healthcare professional in the first instance.

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 action is required by patients, the recall is at the wholesaler and pharmacy level.

Patients should continue to use the product as instructed by their healthcare professional. No adverse events have been received for these batches of products. If patients have any questions about this medication, you should speak to their healthcare professional in the first instance.

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 Curaleaf Oil [FS] 10mg/ml THC, 10mg/ml CBD (30ml) been recalled?

The problem with Curaleaf Oil [FS] 10mg/ml THC, 10mg/ml CBD (30ml) is strength: the dose in the affected batches may be higher or lower than the label says. A medicine that is weaker than stated may not control the condition it treats; one that is stronger may cause side effects.

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?

Do not stop taking a prescribed medicine without advice: missing doses can be more dangerous than the defect. Compare the batch number printed on the box or label with the batches listed here.

Do I need a new prescription?

Talk to the pharmacist who dispensed the medicine. They have the batch information and can arrange a replacement. If you bought it over the counter, return it to the pharmacy or shop for a refund or replacement.

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