09 October 2012

Warning Of Product Use - Side Fire Needle

Reference: CIR-2012-SHN0042

Circular 24/2012

Based on the circular from Ministry of Health, it has been decided to discontinue the use of the following products due to their risks and side effects:

Product Name: Side Fire Needle

Therefore, the Department of Registration and Drug Control recommends healthcare professionals to practice caution when dispensing the prescription of the medications mentioned above and to follow-up with patients if any side effects have happened.

In case of any query, kindly contact the Department of Registration and Drug Control on: Telephone: 02/6117391 – 02/6117642 Email: pv@moh.gov.ae

Note: Kindly view the attached document and abide by the rules and regulations stipulated.

Your cooperation is highly appreciated

www.dha.gove.ae/EN/SectorsDirectorates/Directorates/HealthRegulation/Circulars/Documents/Side%20Fire%20Needle.pdf