Remeven Cream, (50% Urea in a Cream Base), a) 5.0 oz (142 g) and b) 9.0 oz (255 g) tubes, Rx only, Manufactured by Sonar Products Inc, Carlstadt, NJ. Distributed by Stratus Pharmaceuticals Inc., Miami, FL.

Crystallization; Complaints that cream appears to have crystallized

Recall #: D-1464-2016
Affected scope: a) 12,345 tubes; b) 8,578 tubes
Initiated: May 26, 2016

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Stratus Pharmaceuticals Inc recalled Remeven Cream, (50% Urea in a Cream Base), a) 5.0 oz (142 g) and b) 9.0 oz (255 g) tube… - a low-severity action.

Remeven Cream, (50% Urea in a Cream Base), a) 5.0 oz (142 g) and b) 9.0 oz (255 g) tube… was recalled by Stratus Pharmaceuticals Inc in August 31, 2016. Reason: Crystallization; Complaints that cream appears to have crystallized. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #D-1464-2016 with the FDA Drug before acting.

The recall

Stratus Pharmaceuticals Inc issued this low-severity FDA Drug recall-Crystallization; Complaints that cream appears to have crystallized.

Low
severity level: Class III
classification: August 31, 2016
reported

Sourced from official FDA Drug enforcement records. Verify recall #D-1464-2016 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution scope (see Distribution below) directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 3 from FDA Drug - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

Where this agency-classified recall sits among FDA Class I/II/III notices

Of 88,244 recalls with an agency hazard classification, 19,068 are high severity, 64,652 moderate, and 4,524 low. A further 16,179 CPSC/NHTSA recalls have no agency class and are excluded from this split. This recall is classified low severity.

Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.

Product description

Reason for recall

Crystallization; Complaints that cream appears to have crystallized

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Drug recall record
Attribute	Value
Agency	U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class	Low (Class III)
Status	Completed
Recall number	D-1464-2016
Date reported	August 31, 2016
Date initiated	May 26, 2016
Recalling firm	Stratus Pharmaceuticals Inc
Firm location	Miami, FL
Affected scope	a) 12,345 tubes; b) 8,578 tubes
Distribution	Nationwide and PR

Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Drug enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼

Remeven Cream, (50% Urea in a Cream Base), a) 5.0 oz (142 g) and b) 9.0 oz (255 g) tubes, Rx only, Manufactured by Sonar Products Inc, Carlstadt, NJ. Distributed by Stratus Pharmaceuticals Inc., Miami, FL.. Recalled by Stratus Pharmaceuticals Inc. Units affected: a) 12,345 tubes; b) 8,578 tubes.

Why was this product recalled? ▼

Crystallization; Complaints that cream appears to have crystallized

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the FDA Drug on August 31, 2016. Severity: Low. Recall number: D-1464-2016.

Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼

Distribution: Nationwide and PR.

Should I stop using a recalled medication or medical device? ▼

Do not stop using a recalled medication or device without consulting your healthcare provider first, as abruptly discontinuing treatment could pose its own health risks. Your doctor can advise on alternatives or whether the recall applies to your specific product lot. Check the recall number and lot information against your product packaging.

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