The issue: Odan previously issued a voluntary, type 3 recall for one lot of lidocaine 12 mg/dose endotracheal spray. This recall was due to a potential for the dispenser to leak. Type 3 recalls are defined by Health Canada as unlikely to cause adverse health effects.
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The issue: HydrOXYzine 10 mg and 25 mg oral capsules are on backorder in Canada.
Resolution: The shortage of proparacaine 0.5% eye drops has now resolved and NH pharmacy is able to access sufficient supply.
The issue: Calcium chloride 100 mg/mL X 10 mL vials are on backorder and supply within Northern Health may deplete prior to backorder resolution.
Potential alternatives:
The issue: Odan has issued a voluntary, type 3 recall for one lot of lidocaine 12 mg/dose endotracheal spray. This recall is due to a potential for the dispenser to leak. Type 3 recalls are defined by Health Canada as unlikely to cause adverse health effects.
Medical Staff Town Hall, June 23 at 5 pm - Recruitment and retention think tank
Please join us virtually for a town hall for medical staff: Recruitment and retention think tank update.