Augmentin Recall: Questions and Answers

Augmentin Recall: Questions and Answers

Q: Is it true that the antibiotic Augmentin has been recalled?

A: The State Food and Drug Administration and Chaoyang Drug Authority have issued a distributor and pharmacy level recall of Augmentin (Amoxicillin + Clavulanate) made by GSK. The recall is not at the patient level. Since the recall, United Family Healthcare has stopped prescribing Augmentin made by GSK and replaced the Augmentin with the Zuhai United brand.

Q: Why was the product recalled?

A: The product was recalled because a similar product in Taiwan had a potentially improper ingredient. Although the Augmentin used in China did not have that ingredient, it was still recalled.

Q: What does the recall mean for patients taking Augmentin?

A: Patients already taking Augmentin made by GSK that was prescribed by United Family Healthcare physicians should continue taking their medication. Patients who have completed their course of Augmentin do not need to worry.

Q: I am still worried and don’t want to take the recalled Augmentin prescribed by United Family Healthcare. What should I do?

A: United Family Healthcare patients who prefer to switch to another brand of Augmentin may exchange their Augmentin at any United Family Healthcare facility at no charge.