Polyflex Powder for Suspension Recall Due to Cracked Vials
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Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health Canada Inc. is recalling multiple lots of Polyflex 25 g/vial powder for suspension because glass vials may be cracked.
What this Health Canada recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by Health Canada on July 13, 2026 and geographically references Canada. Its severity classification of "medium" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Product & Food Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
Glass vials may be cracked in the affected lots of Polyflex powder for suspension.
Which Products Are Affected
- Brand: Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health
- Product Name: Polyflex 25 g/vial powder for suspension
- DIN: 00849405
- Dosage Form: Powder for suspension
- Strength: Ampicillin trihydrate 25 g/vial
- Lot Numbers: F3918700, F3918800, F3918900, F3919100, G3902000
The recall affects veterinarians in Canada.
What You Should Do
Verify if your product is affected. Consult your healthcare provider prior to discontinuing use of the affected product(s), or for any health concerns. Contact the recalling firm if you have any questions about the recall. Report any health product related side effects to Health Canada. Report any other health product safety complaints to Health Canada.
Why This Matters
Cracked vials in this veterinary antibiotic product may compromise product integrity for animal use.
Source
Health Canada - Published 2026-06-17
Original source: Health Canada Official Notice ↗
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