Medsafe Recall Search Database for Medicines and Medical Devices

1. Overview of the Recall Search Tool

Medsafe maintains a public online database that allows users to search for recall actions related to medicines and medical devices supplied in New Zealand. https://www.medsafe.govt.nz/hot/Recalls/RecallSearch.asp This tool supports transparency and enables healthcare professionals, patients, sponsors, and the public to quickly check if a specific product has been subject to a recall or field safety corrective action. https://www.medsafe.govt.nz/hot/Recalls/RecallSearch.asp

2. Search Capabilities

The search interface offers multiple filtering options:

• Product name or trade name
• Active ingredient (for medicines)
• Recall class — Class I (high risk), Class II (moderate risk), Class III (low risk)
• Date range — From and to dates for when the recall was initiated
• Sponsor/company name
• Recall type — Medicine recalls, medical device recalls, or both

Users can combine filters for more precise results. https://www.medsafe.govt.nz/hot/Recalls/RecallSearch.asp

3. Information Provided in Search Results

For each matching recall, the database displays:

• Recall reference number
• Product name/trade name
• Active ingredient(s) or device description
• Sponsor/company responsible
• Recall class and level (e.g., consumer, retail, trade)
• Date of recall initiation
• Reason for recall (brief description of the issue)
• Link to the full recall notice (PDF or web page)

This information helps users understand the nature and urgency of the recall. https://www.medsafe.govt.nz/hot/Recalls/RecallSearch.asp

4. Scope and Coverage

The database includes:

• Recalls of registered medicines
• Recalls and field safety corrective actions (FSCAs) for medical devices
• Both voluntary recalls initiated by sponsors and any directed actions

Historical recalls are archived, allowing searches across many years. https://www.medsafe.govt.nz/hot/Recalls/RecallSearch.asp

5. How to Use the Database

To perform a search:

1. Navigate to the Medsafe Recall Search page.
2. Enter one or more search criteria (partial names or terms are supported).
3. Select the appropriate recall type (medicine, device, or all).
4. Click "Search" to view results.
5. Click on individual recall entries for full details and notices.

No login is required; the tool is freely accessible. https://www.medsafe.govt.nz/hot/Recalls/RecallSearch.asp

6. Additional Features and Advice

• Results can be sorted by date or other columns.
• Users are encouraged to check the database regularly for updates, especially for high-risk products.
• For urgent safety concerns, refer to Medsafe’s safety alerts section or contact Medsafe directly.
• Sponsors and healthcare providers should also monitor the database as part of post-market vigilance responsibilities. https://www.medsafe.govt.nz/hot/Recalls/RecallSearch.asp

This searchable recall database enhances public access to critical safety information and supports timely risk communication for medicines and medical devices in New Zealand. https://www.medsafe.govt.nz/hot/Recalls/RecallSearch.asp