Health Canada reminds Canadians of health risks associated with… — recall 22694
Government of Canada recall portal · Canada · 2011-04-19
As described by Government of Canada recall portal: Health Canada reminds Canadians of health risks associated with topical benzocaine products
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Reported risk: Health Canada is reminding Canadians, including parents and caregivers, about health risks associated with the use of topical benzocaine products, including a rare but potentially serious blood condition known as methemoglobinemia (MetHb). Health Canada continues to receive reports of benzocaine-related adverse reactions, including MetHb. We continue to evaluate the safety of benzocaine products in light of these reports and will take appropriate regulatory actions as warranted.
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