UK Regulator Flags Barcode Error on Mirtazapine Tablets

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Published: 2026-06-08
Category: health
Source: Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (GOV.UK)
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The UK's MHRA has issued a defect notification for a batch of Mirtazapine 30mg tablets due to an incorrect barcode. The error causes automated systems to misidentify the antidepressant as a different medication. While the drug's quality is unaffected, healthcare providers are advised to manually dispense this batch to prevent potential medication errors.

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