FLUOCINONIDE GEL USP, 0.05%, Rx only, For External Use Only, Not For Ophthalmic Use, a) NET WT 15 gram tubes and b) NET WT 60 grams tubes, E. FOUGERA & CO., A division of Fougera Pharmaceuticals Inc., Melville, New York 11747, NDC 0168-0135-15 (15 g) and NDC 0168-0135-60 (60 g)
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: a) 15 gram lot numbers: 549N, 550N,551N Exp. 1/2015, EB1961, Exp. 2/2017; b) 60 gram lot numbers: 546N, 547N, 548N, Exp. 1/2015, EB0144, Exp. 2/2017
- Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
- Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
- Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
- Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.
⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.
Recall Details
- Company:
- Fougera Pharmaceuticals Inc.
- Reason for Recall:
- Failed Stability Specifications: The lots of Fluocinonide Gel USP, 0.05% recalled, may not meet the requirements for residual solvents as outlined in USP <467>.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- terminated
Product Information
Full Description:
FLUOCINONIDE GEL USP, 0.05%, Rx only, For External Use Only, Not For Ophthalmic Use, a) NET WT 15 gram tubes and b) NET WT 60 grams tubes, E. FOUGERA & CO., A division of Fougera Pharmaceuticals Inc., Melville, New York 11747, NDC 0168-0135-15 (15 g) and NDC 0168-0135-60 (60 g)
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
a) 15 gram lot numbers: 549N, 550N,551N Exp. 1/2015, EB1961, Exp. 2/2017; b) 60 gram lot numbers: 546N, 547N, 548N, Exp. 1/2015, EB0144, Exp. 2/2017
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: D-0245-2015
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