THE Zambia Medicines Regulatory Authority (ZAMRA) has recalled Furosemide Tablets BP 40mg, Batch No. TFR222001, manufactured by Skylark Pharmaceuticals Limited of India. ZAMRA Director General Makomani Siyanga says the product has been recalled because it takes longer to break down into smaller particles. Furosemide is used to treat fluid retention in the body (oedema) and high blood pressure (hypertension). In a public notice, Siyanga advised pharmaceutical outlets and health facilities with the affected batch to quarantine the product and return it to their suppliers for collection and disposal by the importer. “The Authority wishes to notify all healthcare professionals, health facilities, pharmaceutical outlets and members of the public that it has instructed Esvee Medicare Limited to urgently RECALL the above-stated...