Nupercainal, Dibucaine, Hemorrhoidal & Topical Analgesic Ointment, a) 1-oz. tubes (NDC 0067-5812-96), b) 2-oz. tubes (NDC 0067-5812-86), OTC. Distributed by Novartis Consumer Health, Inc., Parsippany, NJ 07054.

Class I - Dangerous

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    Lot #: a) 10109149, 10111499, 10117160, 10119603, and 10121763, Exp 4/13 to 8/13; b) 10109148, 10112258, 10113806, 10115615, 10117161, 10119604, 10119605, 10121782, and 10122762, Exp 3/13 to 9/13.
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
  5. 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:
Novartis Consumer Health
Reason for Recall:
Labeling: Incorrect or Missing Lot and/or Exp Date. The lot number and/or expiration date may be illegible.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

Nupercainal, Dibucaine, Hemorrhoidal & Topical Analgesic Ointment, a) 1-oz. tubes (NDC 0067-5812-96), b) 2-oz. tubes (NDC 0067-5812-86), OTC. Distributed by Novartis Consumer Health, Inc., Parsippany, NJ 07054.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

Lot #: a) 10109149, 10111499, 10117160, 10119603, and 10121763, Exp 4/13 to 8/13; b) 10109148, 10112258, 10113806, 10115615, 10117161, 10119604, 10119605, 10121782, and 10122762, Exp 3/13 to 9/13.

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: D-208-2013

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