The Directorate of Drugs Control in Punjab has issued an urgent recall for several veterinary medicine batches currently available in the market. All sale and use of these medicines have been ordered to stop immediately to ensure the safety of animals.
Retailers, veterinary outlets, wholesalers, and distributors holding the affected batches have been instructed to halt dispensing them at once. They must also report their existing stock and usage details to their respective area drug inspectors.
The recall comes after Drug Testing Laboratories Punjab found the listed medicines to be substandard and misbranded. Following this, the Provincial Quality Control Board ordered the immediate removal of these medicines from circulation.
List of Recalled Veterinary Medicines
| Medicine Name | Registration No. | Batch No. | Expiry Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Injection Oxytovetz 50 ml | 111468 | 25129681 | February 2027 | Substandard for veterinary use |
| Injection I-PENRIT-5 | 079517 | 0053 | May 2027 | Substandard |
| Injection Duralin 50 ml | 078206 | 5782 | May 2027 | Substandard |
| Injection Ivotek 10 ml | 016284 | 583 | March 2027 | Substandard |
Manufacturers have also been instructed to recall these batches from the market immediately to prevent further use.
Earlier, on January 29, 2026, the Directorate issued an urgent recall for certain batches of Injection SATAMIN.port, suspending their sale and use.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Why were these veterinary medicines recalled?
A: The medicines were found to be substandard and misbranded during testing by Punjab’s Drug Testing Laboratories.
Q: Who is affected by this recall?
A: Retailers, wholesalers, distributors, veterinary outlets, and animal owners using these specific batches are affected.
Q: What should retailers and distributors do with the affected stock?
A: They must stop selling the medicines immediately and report the stock and usage details to the local drug inspector.
Q: Will the manufacturers replace the recalled medicines?
A: The Directorate has instructed manufacturers to recall the affected batches, but replacement procedures are handled by the companies themselves following regulatory guidance.
Q: How can pet or livestock owners know if their medicine is affected?
A: They should check the medicine’s batch number, registration number, and expiry date against the list issued by the Directorate of Drugs Control, Punjab.
Conclusion
The immediate recall of these veterinary medicines by the Punjab Directorate of Drugs Control highlights the importance of quality checks in animal healthcare. Retailers, distributors, and animal owners must follow the recall instructions strictly to ensure animal safety and prevent the circulation of substandard products.
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