Medicine Safety Alert for Andrographis – Anaphylaxis Risk

The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA), has published a safety alert for medicines containing the herb Andrographis paniculata (andrographis) on its risk of causing allergic reactions (which can include life-threatening anaphylaxis) in some people including those who had used the product previously without any reaction.

Patients presenting with any type of allergic reactions after taking a medicine containing andrographis should be advised to avoid products containing the ingredient in the future.

Retain this notice in a prominent position, including in other related business units for one month. Report any problems identified with medicines, vaccines or medical devices to the TGA.

The TGA safety alert can be found at the following link; https://www.tga.gov.au/news/safety-alerts/medicines-containing-andrographis-paniculata-safety-advisory.

Should you require further information regarding this matter, please contact
your pharmacist at HPS Pharmacies.