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FDA Drug Moderate Class II Terminated

Lidocaine 2.5% and Prilocaine Cream, 2.5%. 30g tube, Rx only, Manufactured by: Hi-Tech Pharmacal Co., Inc., Amityville, NY 11701, NDC 50383-667-30

Reported: August 15, 2018 Initiated: August 1, 2018 #D-1046-2018

Product Description

Lidocaine 2.5% and Prilocaine Cream, 2.5%. 30g tube, Rx only, Manufactured by: Hi-Tech Pharmacal Co., Inc., Amityville, NY 11701, NDC 50383-667-30

Reason for Recall

Failed Impurities/Degredation Specifications: Out of Specification results for an unknown impurity was found during routine stability testing at 12 months.

Details

Recalling Firm
Akorn, Inc.
Units Affected
22,605 tubes
Distribution
Nationwide within the USA
Location
Lake Forest, IL

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Lidocaine 2.5% and Prilocaine Cream, 2.5%. 30g tube, Rx only, Manufactured by: Hi-Tech Pharmacal Co., Inc., Amityville, NY 11701, NDC 50383-667-30. Recalled by Akorn, Inc.. Units affected: 22,605 tubes.
Why was this product recalled?
Failed Impurities/Degredation Specifications: Out of Specification results for an unknown impurity was found during routine stability testing at 12 months.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Drug on August 15, 2018. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: D-1046-2018.