Apipharma recalls Kapsin Ointment (Camphor 3.16%, Capsaicin 0.03%) due to CGMP deviations. Affected tubes have specific lot numbers and expiration dates. Consumers should contact Apipharma for details.
CGMP Deviations
Apipharma is recalling Kapsin Ointment tubes that contain camphor and capsaicin due to manufacturing quality issues. This recall affects consumers who own the specific product with the listed lot numbers and expiration dates.
CGMP deviations refer to failures in the manufacturing process that could lead to unsafe product quality. This means the ointment might not be as effective or could contain harmful levels of ingredients.
Owners of Kapsin Ointment tubes with lot numbers 153211 (expiring April 2025) or 210221 (expiring May 2026) are affected. People using the ointment for medical purposes are most at risk.
Check for lot numbers 153211 (expiring April 2025) or 210221 (expiring May 2026) on the tube packaging. The product is sold in 2-ounce tubes with specific manufacturer and distributor details.
Look for lot numbers 153211 (expiring April 2025) or 210221 (expiring May 2026) on the tube packaging.
The hazard is CGMP deviations, which means the manufacturing process had quality issues that could affect product safety.
Check for lot numbers 153211 (expiring April 2025) or 210221 (expiring May 2026) on the tube packaging.
The recall record does not specify a remedy, so contact Apipharma directly for instructions.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Apipharma to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall D-0376-2025 — Apipharma Apipharma Hello, I own a Apipharma that is covered by recall D-0376-2025 from Apipharma. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
