Local News Ministry makes decision on drugs by Barbados Today 07/01/2019 written by Barbados Today Updated by Stefon Jordan 07/01/2019 1 min read A+A- Reset Share FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail 625 The Ministry of Health and Wellness today said that recent analytical results from the Medicines Quality Control and Surveillance Department (formerly CARPHA laboratory) has indicated that analysis of samples of Indapamide 1.5mg and Valsartan 160mg and 320mg manufactured by Ciron Drugs and Pharmaceuticals PVT Ltd failed to meet the dissolution test and, as a result, have been withdrawn from the market. As a result, the government release stated that the Barbados Drug Service will seek to ensure that patients on these products are not disadvantaged and will therefore continue to supply the Diovan® 160mg and 320mg tablets, the Novartis brand of Valsartan. Natrilix SR® 1.5mg, the Servier brand of Indapamide will also be made available. “We are therefore advising patients to consult with their pharmacists to determine if their particular brand is affected. The Ministry of Health and Wellness also wishes to inform Barbadians that the Valsartan affected by the recent recall on the international market is not available locally through the Barbados Drug Service. It should also be noted that the Servier brand of Indapamide, Natrilix SR, was not part of the recall. “We therefore wish to assure the Barbadian public that the Ministry of Health and Wellness stands behind the Barbados Drug Service in commitment to its mission “to provide quality pharmaceuticals to all residents of Barbados at an affordable price and to serve the beneficiaries in a courteous and efficient manner,” the release stated. The Ministry said it would continue to keep abreast of all warnings from the international regulatory agencies to safeguard the interest of the Barbadian population. Barbados Today Stay informed and engaged with our digital news platform. The leading online multimedia news resource in Barbados for news you can trust. You may also like Huge interest in Rally Barbados 08/02/2025 Mayers helps Barishal to BPL title 08/02/2025 Fisheries Bill set to reform industry with finance, training boost 08/02/2025