Clindamycin Phosphate and Benzoyl Peroxide Gel recalled over sterility concerns

Recall date

December 28, 2016

Source

U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) — enforcement report

Official notice title

L. Perrigo Company recalls Clindamycin Phosphate and Benzoyl Peroxide Gel, 1.2%/5%, 45 g tubes, Rx Only, Manufactured by Perrigo, Yeruham, Israel,…

Recall number

D-0434-2017

FDA classification

Class II

Brand / firm

L. Perrigo Company

Sold / distributed

Nationwide

Why it was recalled

Microbial Contamination of Non-Sterile Product; small number of tubes may include the presence of mold on the cap

Class II means using this product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems; the chance of serious harm is remote.

What was recalled

Clindamycin Phosphate and Benzoyl Peroxide Gel, 1.2%/5%, 45 g tubes, Rx Only, Manufactured by Perrigo, Yeruham, Israel, Distributed by Perrigo, Allegan, MI --- NDC 45802-736-84, UPC 345802736840