Taro Pharmaceuticals recalls 0.05% Clobetasol Propionate Ointment tubes due to R. Pickettii bacterial contamination. Stop using if you have the recalled lot numbers.
Microbial Contamination of Non-Sterile Products: presence of R. Pickettii bacteria
Taro Pharmaceuticals is recalling 0.0:5% Clobetasol Propionate Ointment tubes because they contain R. Pickettii bacteria. This contamination could cause infection in people using the ointment for medical purposes.
The ointment contains R. Pickettii bacteria, which can cause infections. This is a risk for people using the product for medical purposes, especially those with weakened immune systems.
People with prescriptions for this ointment are affected. Those using it for skin conditions are at risk of infection.
Check for the product name 'Clobetasol Propionate Ointment USP 0.05% 60g tubes'. Look for lot number AC13786 and expiration date DEC 2022 on the tube.
Look for lot number AC13786 and expiration date DEC 2022 on the tube.
The recall states the ointment contains R. Pickettii bacteria, which can cause infections. Do not use if you have the recalled lot numbers.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so check with your doctor or pharmacist for guidance.
Check for lot number AC13786 and expiration date DEC 2022 on the tube.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Taro to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall D-0375-2022 — Taro Taro Hello, I own a Taro that is covered by recall D-0375-2022 from Taro. 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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