Teligent Pharma, Inc. recalls Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment USP, 0.05% (Augmented), packaged in 15 grams tubes, Manufactured by: Teligent
Teligent recalls Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment 0.05% (Augmented) tubes due to impurities that could cause harm. Affected lots from 2021-2022.
Lower-risk recall
Failed Impurities/ Degradation Specifications - OOS for know impurity Betamethasone 17- propionate.
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What happened, in plain English
Teligent is recalling Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment 0.05% (Augmented) tubes because they contain impurities that may cause harm. This affects specific production lots from 2021 to 2022. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/36534-teligent-betamethasone-ointment-recall-impurities-may-cause-harm.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/36534-teligent-betamethasone-ointment-recall-impurities-may-cause-harm · Updated October 4, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #D-0338-2021
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“Teligent Betamethasone Ointment Recall: Impurities May Cause Harm.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/36534-teligent-betamethasone-ointment-recall-impurities-may-cause-harm. Based on FDA recall #D-0338-2021 (https://api.fda.gov/drug/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22D-0338-2021%22&limit=1).
Why it’s dangerous
The ointment contains an impurity called Betamethasone 17-propionate that failed quality tests. This impurity could potentially cause harm, though the exact risk level isn't specified in the recall.
Who’s affected
People who own or use the recalled ointment tubes, particularly those with specific lot numbers from 2021-2022. Those with sensitive skin or using the product for extended periods may be at slightly higher risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Check the tube for the lot number: 14297 (expires 9/2021), 15372 (expires 3/2022), or 15841 (expires 8/2022). The product is a 15-gram tube of Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment 0.05% (Augmented).
- Brand
Teligent- Category
Drug
All 3 products in this recall
FDA lists each product line separately under one recall event. Check your product description, lot or code numbers against each row. Every row shares the hazard and remedy on this page.
- Classification
Class III- Status
Terminated- Distribution
USA Nationwide
| Recall number | Product, codes & lots | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| D-0338-2021 | Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment USP, 0.05% (Augmented), packaged in 15 grams tubes, Manufactured by: Teligent Pharma, Inc. Buena, New Jersey 08310, NDC 52565-019-15; Lot #: 14297, Exp 9/2021; 15372, Exp 3/2022; 15841, Exp 8/2022 | 104,784 tubes |
| D-0339-2021 | Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment USP, 0.05% (Augmented), packaged in 50 grams tubes, Manufactured by: Teligent Pharma, Inc. Buena, New Jersey 08310, NDC 52565-019-51; Lot #: 14297, Exp 9/2021; 15757, Exp 6/2022; 15840, Exp 7/2022; 15970, Exp 9/2022; 15993, Exp 9/2022 | 79,416 tubes |
| D-0340-2021 | Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment USP, 0.05% (Augmented), packaged in 15 grams tubes, Manufactured by: Teligent Pharma, Inc. Buena, New Jersey 08310, Distributed by: McKesson Corporation dba Sky Packaging 4971 Southbridge Blvd., Suite 101 Memphis, TN 38141, NDC 63739-996-15; Lot #: 15644, Exp 5/2022 | N/A |
What to do — step by step
Check Product Lot Number
Look for the lot number on the tube: 14297, 15372, or 15841.
Questions people ask
Is this ointment safe to use?
The recall states there is a risk of harm due to impurities, but the exact risk level isn't specified. Use only the recalled lots if you have them.
What should I do if I have the recalled ointment?
The recall does not specify a remedy, so you should check the lot number and contact Teligent if you have the affected lots.
How can I tell if I have the recalled product?
Check the lot number on the tube: 14297 (expires 9/2021), 15372 (expires 3/2022), or 15841 (expires 8/2022).
Contact Teligent
We’ve drafted a message you can send Teligent to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall D-0338-2021 — Teligent Teligent Hello, I own a Teligent that is covered by recall D-0338-2021 from Teligent. 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-0338-2021 (February 2, 2021) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for D-0338-2021 to see it in context.
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