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Drug recall · FDA · Published February 19, 2020

Lupin Pharmaceuticals Inc. recalls Desoximetasone Topical Spray, 0.25%, 2.5 mg desoximetasone, 100 mL bottles, Rx only, Manufactured for: Lupin

Lupin Pharmaceuticals recalls 100mL Desoximetasone Topical Spray (0.25%) due to impurities. Rx-only product with specific batch numbers. Consumers should contact for details.

🇺🇸 FDA recall #D-0866-2020DrugLupin ›
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Recalling firmLupin Pharmaceuticals Inc.Harborplace Tower, 111 S Calvert St Fl 21st · Baltimore, MD 21202-6174
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What happened, in plain English

Lupin Pharmaceuticals is recalling Desoximetasone Topical Spray 0.25% (100mL bottles) because impurities were found in the product. This recall affects prescription-only items with specific batch numbers that may pose health risks. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/37371-lupin-desoximetasone-spray-recall-impurities-may-cause-harm.

Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/37371-lupin-desoximetasone-spray-recall-impurities-may-cause-harm · Updated October 5, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #D-0866-2020

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“Lupin Desoximetasone Spray Recall: Impurities May Cause Harm.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/37371-lupin-desoximetasone-spray-recall-impurities-may-cause-harm. Based on FDA recall #D-0866-2020 (https://api.fda.gov/drug/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22D-0866-2020%22&limit=1).

Why it’s dangerous

The product contains impurities that exceed safe levels. This could potentially cause health issues, though the exact risk isn't specified in the recall notice. The hazard is related to chemical degradation in the product.

Who’s affected

Prescription users of Desoximetasone Topical Spray 0.25% (100mL bottles) manufactured by Lupin. Those with specific batch numbers K800475 (exp. May 2020) or K800477 (exp. June 2020) are most at risk.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for batch numbers K800475 (expires May 2020) or K800477 (expires June 2020) on the product label. This prescription-only spray is sold in 100mL bottles with a 0.25% desoximetasone concentration.

  • Brand
    Lupin
  • Category
    Drug
Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

  1. Check Product Label

    Look for batch numbers K800475 (expires May 2020) or K800477 (expires June 2020) on the 100mL Desoximetasone Topical Spray label.

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Questions people ask

Is this product safe to use?

The recall states impurities were found, but the exact health risk isn't specified. Lupin Pharmaceuticals is recalling it due to high levels of impurities.

What should I do if I have this product?

The recall notice doesn't specify a remedy. Check the product label for batch numbers and contact Lupin Pharmaceuticals for further instructions.

How can I tell if I have the recalled product?

Look for batch numbers K800475 (expires May 2020) or K800477 (expires June 2020) on the 100mL Desoximetasone Topical Spray label.

Take action

Contact Lupin

We’ve drafted a message you can send Lupin to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.

Subject: Recall D-0866-2020 — Lupin Lupin

Hello,

I own a Lupin that is covered by recall D-0866-2020 from Lupin.

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-0866-2020 (February 19, 2020) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for D-0866-2020 to see it in context.
  • Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 5, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the FDA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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