Press Release

DH endorses recall of Bandi Forte Enema 10ml

26 April 2016

The Department of Health (DH) today (April 26) endorsed the recall by a licensed drug wholesaler, Hengan Pharmacare Co Ltd, of all batches of Bandi Forte Enema 10ml (Hong Kong registration number: HK-61569) from the market for a potential quality issue.

"Upon notification from Hengan that the manufacturer in Taiwan is recalling the above product as it has been stored in an unauthorised facility in Taiwan, we commenced follow-up investigations immediately," a spokesman for the DH said.

The above product, containing glycerol and sodium chloride, is an over-the-counter medicine used for the treatment of constipation. According to Hengan, about 40 400 boxes (each containing 10 units) of the above product have been supplied to local pharmacies and medicine stores.

"So far, no adverse reports in connection with the above product have been received," the spokesman said.

Hengan has set up a hotline (2604 2412) for related enquiries. The DH will closely monitor the recall.

"People who have used the above product should stop using it immediately and consult their healthcare professionals if feeling unwell or in doubt," the spokesman advised.