Published: 2 March 2017

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Quarterly Summary of Medsafe’s Early Warning System Communications

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Prescriber Update 38(1): 15
March 2017

The early warning system provides current and historical information on safety concerns for medicines and medical devices. These warnings are intended to help consumers and healthcare professionals make informed decisions about their use of medicines and medical devices.

More information about the early warning system can be found on the Medsafe website (www.medsafe.govt.nz/Projects/B2/EWS.asp).

Consumer Information Leaflets provide information about medicines and medical devices or medical conditions to consumers.

Date	Communication	Topic
2 February 2017	Educational Material	Gardasil 9 Questions and Answers
31 January 2017	Link to Ministry of Health website	Clarification on the classification of Cannabidiol
11 January 2017	Publications	Medicines Classification - Oral Contraception Recommendation made
20 December 2016	Medical Devices	Reporting Adverse Events Associated With Medical Devices
1 December 2016	Safety Information	Guidance for Pharmacists Dispensing Prescriptions for Span-K

If you would like to receive Medsafe’s early warning communications you can subscribe at www.medsafe.govt.nz/profs/subscribe.asp.