The government is now operating in accordance with the Guidance on Caretaker Conventions, pending the outcome of the 2025 federal election.
Following the recall of several sodium chloride ampoules manufactured by Legency Remedies Private, preliminary testing indicates the presence of Ralstonia pickettii in additional saline products from the same manufacturer. As a precaution, Aerowash Eyewash and Wound Irrigation ampoules are now being recalled from the Australian market.
Batches affected by this recall are:
15mL ampoules | 30mL ampoules | |||
23136001E 23136002E 23136003E 23136004E 23136005E 23136006E 23136007E 23136008E 23136009E 23136010E | 23136011E 23136012E 23136013E 23136014E 23136015E 23136016E 23136017E 23136018E 23136019E | 23136020E 23136021E 23136022E 23136023E 23136024E 23136025E 23136026E 23136027E 23136028E
| 23136029E 23136030E 23136031E 23136033E 23136034E 23136035E 23136039E 23136048E 23136049E
| 2386019E 2386020E 2286033E |
These ampoules are supplied both individually and as part of Aero branded and custom made first aid kits.
What do I need to do?
If you have any of the above products, do not use them. The batch number can be found on the ampoule label itself, below the product expiry.
Return the product to your place of purchase for a refund or contact the sponsor to arrange a refund.
What are the risks?
R. pickettii is a bacteria commonly found in the natural environment. It rarely causes infection in humans but may cause infection in people with weakened immune systems.
Further information
For further information please contact Aero Healthcare on 1800 628 881 or visit recall notices on the Aero Healthcare website - external site.
Reporting problems
Consumers and health professionals are encouraged to report problems with medical devices. Your report will contribute to our monitoring of these products. For more information see the TGA Incident Reporting and Investigation Scheme (IRIS).
We cannot give advice about an individual's medical condition. You are strongly encouraged to talk with a health professional if you are concerned about a possible adverse event associated with a medical device.