RecallClass 2 · Action within 48 hours
Class 2 Medicines Recall: Sterling Pharmaceuticals Ltd (specials manufacturer MS 32515), KidNaps (Melatonin) 1mg in 1ml Oral Solution, EL(26)A/09
Read and act on the official notice on GOV.UK
Class 2 recall — Action within 48 hours.
The MHRA uses Class 2 when:
The defect may cause mistreatment or harm to the patient, but it is not life-threatening or serious.
What all four recall classes mean
| Class | Action | The MHRA's definition |
|---|---|---|
| Class 1 | Immediate action | The defect presents a risk of death or disability. |
| Class 2 this recall | Action within 48 hours | The defect may cause mistreatment or harm to the patient, but it is not life-threatening or serious. |
| Class 3 | Action within 5 days | The defect is unlikely to cause harm to the patient. |
| Class 4 | Caution in use | Usually minor defects in packaging or other printed materials. |
A Class 1 recall usually comes with a National Patient Safety Alert. Source: MHRA, safety communications.
The MHRA's summary
Sterling Pharmaceuticals Ltd and Veriton Pharma Ltd are recalling all batches of KidNaps (Melatonin) 1mg in 1ml Oral Solution due to out of specification stability results.
Affected batches
As listed by the MHRA, exactly as published. Always check against the GOV.UK notice before acting.
| Batch number | Expiry | Pack size | First distributed |
|---|---|---|---|
| KidNaps (Melatonin) 1mg in 1ml Oral Solution | |||
| 1743 | Mar 2026 | 200ml | 05/11/2024 |
| 1744 | Mar 2026 | 200ml | 12/11/2024 |
| 1787 | Jun 2026 | 200ml | 04/02/2025 |
| 1788 | Jun 2026 | 200ml | 21/02/2025 |
| 1852 | Dec 2026 | 200ml | 22/04/2025 |
| 1853 | Dec 2026 | 200ml | 27/06/2025 |
| 1955 | Jun 2027 | 200ml | 02/09/2025 |
| 1956 | Jun 2027 | 200ml | 05/11/2025 |
| 1992 | Sep 2027 | 200ml | 14/12/2025 |
| 1993 | Sep 2027 | 200ml | 05/02/2026 |
MHRA's audience tags: Dispensing GP practices, Pharmacy