US Drug Recall Register
Class III · Low risk Terminated Initiated Jun 7, 2012 (14 years ago)

Erythromycin Topical Solution USP, 2%, 60 mL bottle with applicator, Rx only. E. FOUGERA…

Class III — Low risk. Unlikely to cause harm, but violates FDA regulations.

Why it was recalled

Chemical Contamination: This product is being recalled because trace amounts of a plasticizer (Di-Octyl Phthalate) may be present in the product.

What was recalled

Erythromycin Topical Solution USP, 2%, 60 mL bottle with applicator, Rx only. E. FOUGERA & CO., A division of Fougera Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Melville, New York 11747, NDC 0168-0215-60, UPC 3 0168-0215-60 0.

Recalling firm
Fougera Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
NDC code
0168-0215-60
Origin
NY, United States
Initiated by
Voluntary: Firm initiated
FDA recall number
D-1426-2012

What should you do? A recall doesn't always mean your specific bottle is affected - it often applies to certain lots only. Check the lot number on your package against the FDA notice, and talk to your pharmacist before stopping any medication.

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