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Drug recall · FDA · Published July 17, 2019

Lupin Pharmaceuticals Inc. recalls Nystatin and Triamcinolone Acetonide Cream USP100,000 units/g, 0.1%, 15 g tube, Rx only, Manufactured for: Lupin

Lupin Pharmaceuticals recalls Nystatin and Triamcinolone Acetonide Cream due to failed content uniformity tests at 9 months. This may affect product stability and safety for patients using prescription medication.

🇺🇸 FDA recall #D-1518-2019DrugLupin ›
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Recalling firmLupin Pharmaceuticals Inc.111 S Calvert St Fl 21ST, N/A · Baltimore, MD 21202-6174
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What happened, in plain English

Lupin Pharmaceuticals is recalling a specific prescription cream product because testing showed inconsistent drug content over time. This could mean the medication isn't working properly for patients who need it. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/38272-lupin-nystatin-cream-recall-failed-content-uniformity-risk.

Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/38272-lupin-nystatin-cream-recall-failed-content-uniformity-risk · Updated October 5, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #D-1518-2019

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“Lupin Nystatin Cream Recall: Failed Content Uniformity Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/38272-lupin-nystatin-cream-recall-failed-content-uniformity-risk. Based on FDA recall #D-1518-2019 (https://api.fda.gov/drug/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22D-1518-2019%22&limit=1).

Why it’s dangerous

The cream failed uniformity tests after 9 months of storage in upright orientation. This means the medication content may vary between different parts of the tube, potentially affecting treatment effectiveness.

Who’s affected

Patients with a prescription for this specific cream are affected. Those using the product for medical treatment are most at risk due to potential inconsistent medication levels.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for the product name 'Nystatin and Triamcinolone Acetonide Cream USP' with 15g tube size. It was manufactured by Lupin with specific lot numbers and expiration dates listed in the recall notice.

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

What to do — step by step

  1. Check Product Details

    Look for the product name, 15g tube size, and lot numbers (K800245, K900036, K900153) on the packaging.

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Questions people ask

Is this cream safe to use?

The recall states the product failed uniformity tests, which may affect medication consistency. Patients should not use it until the recall remedy is followed.

What should I do if I have this cream?

The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Lupin Pharmaceuticals for guidance on next steps.

How can I tell if I have the recalled product?

Check for the product name 'Nystatin and Triamcinolone Acetonide Cream USP', 15g tube, and lot numbers K800245, K900036, or K900153.

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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-1518-2019 — Lupin Lupin

Hello,

I own a Lupin that is covered by recall D-1518-2019 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-1518-2019 (July 17, 2019) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for D-1518-2019 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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