Teligent Pharma, Inc. recalls Lidocaine Ointment USP, 5% Rx Only, Net Wt 35.44 g(1 1/4 oz)packaged in a laminat tube, Teligent Pharma, Inc. Buena,
Teligent Pharma recalls 5% Lidocaine Ointment USP (1 1/4 oz) due to failed viscosity specifications. This may affect product consistency and safety. Check NDC 52565-008-14 and lot numbers for affected items.
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Failed Viscosity Specifications: lot does not meet specification for Viscosity, which was determined through routine testing.
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What happened, in plain English
Teligent Pharma is recalling 5% Lidocaine Ointment USP (1 1/4 oz) because it failed viscosity tests. This could mean the ointment doesn't work as intended or may cause inconsistent application. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/36012-teligent-pharma-lidocaine-ointment-5-rx-only-recall-failed-viscosity.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/36012-teligent-pharma-lidocaine-ointment-5-rx-only-recall-failed-viscosity · Updated September 23, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #D-0785-2021
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“Teligent Pharma Lidocaine Ointment 5% Rx Only Recall: Failed Viscosity Specifications.” GovInfoNow, updated September 23, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/36012-teligent-pharma-lidocaine-ointment-5-rx-only-recall-failed-viscosity. Based on FDA recall #D-0785-2021 (https://api.fda.gov/drug/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22D-0785-2021%22&limit=1).
Why it’s dangerous
The ointment failed viscosity specifications during routine testing. This means it may not apply evenly or could separate, affecting how well it works for medical use.
Who’s affected
Prescription users of the 5% Lidocaine Ointment USP (1 1/4 oz) from Teligent Pharma. Patients using the ointment for medical purposes are most at risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Check for the product name 'Lidocaine Ointment USP 5% Rx Only', net weight 35.44 g (1 1/4 oz), and the NDC code 52565-008-14. Lot numbers 15378 (expiring 3/2023) and 14418 (expiring 10/2021) are affected.
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What to do — step by step
Check Product Details
Look for the NDC code 52565-008-14 and lot numbers 15378 or 14418 on the packaging.
Questions people ask
Is this ointment safe to use?
The recall is due to failed viscosity specifications, which may affect product consistency but does not indicate immediate safety risks. Consult your doctor for medical advice.
How can I tell if I have the recalled product?
Check for the NDC code 52565-008-14 and lot numbers 15378 (expiring 3/2023) or 14418 (expiring 10/2021) on the packaging.
What should I do if I have the recalled ointment?
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Teligent Pharma for guidance on next steps.
Contact Teligent Pharma
We’ve drafted a message you can send Teligent Pharma to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall D-0785-2021 — Teligent Pharma Teligent Pharma Hello, I own a Teligent Pharma that is covered by recall D-0785-2021 from Teligent Pharma. 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.
- Official source: FDA Recall #D-0785-2021 (July 29, 2021) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for D-0785-2021 to see it in context.
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