Health Canada clarifies PRP treatments in Canada: safety information
In plain language
This recall involves Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) treatments in Canada. Health Canada is clarifying that PRP treatments are considered drugs and are regulated provincially and territorially when performed by practitioners. Anyone selling PRP outside these conditions needs Health Canada authorization, which has not been granted for any PRP products to date.
What to do
- Talk to your practitioner if you are considering PRP treatments.
- Report potential non-compliant sale, deceptive advertising, or unsanitary manufacturing of PRP to Health Canada.
- Check Health Canada’s Recalls and Safety Alerts database for advisories on illegal health products.
- Report any health product-related adverse reactions or complaints to Health Canada.
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Affected products
Specific affected products are listed in the official notice.
Do I have this product?
This recall applies to specific products. Details are listed in the official notice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why was this product recalled?
This recall involves Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) treatments in Canada. Health Canada is clarifying that PRP treatments are considered drugs and are regulated provincially and territorially when performed by practitioners. Anyone selling PRP outside these conditions needs Health Canada authorization, which has not been granted for any PRP products to date.
What should consumers do?
Talk to your practitioner if you are considering PRP treatments. Report potential non-compliant sale, deceptive advertising, or unsanitary manufacturing of PRP to Health Canada. Check Health Canada’s Recalls and Safety Alerts database for advisories on illegal health products. Report any health product-related adverse reactions or complaints to Health Canada.
Where was the product sold?
This product was sold in Canada. For specific retailers or distribution areas, please check the official recall notice linked on this page.
Is there a health risk?
A potential safety risk has been identified with this product. Stop using it immediately and follow the instructions in the official recall notice.
When was this product recalled?
This product was recalled on July 26, 2019.