US Pharmaceuticals Inc. recalls CRYO-273 Cold Pain Relieving Gel 128 FL. OZ. Distributed By: CRYO-273.com Tampa, FL 33629. UPC 8 15290 01550 2
US Pharmaceuticals Inc. recalls CRYO-273 Cold Pain Relieving Gel 128 fl oz due to potential microbial contamination in the water used during manufacturing. This affects specific lots from 2019-2020.
Lower-risk recall
CGMP Deviations: Out of Specification results for either total microbial count or total organic carbon in the purified water utilized in the manufacturing process.
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What happened, in plain English
US Pharmaceuticals Inc. is recalling their CRYO-273 Cold Pain Relieving Gel 128 fl oz because the water used in manufacturing had quality issues that could lead to microbial contamination. This means the product might not be safe for use and should be stopped. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/38329-us-pharmaceuticals-inc-recalls-cold-pain-gel-due-to-water.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/38329-us-pharmaceuticals-inc-recalls-cold-pain-gel-due-to-water · Updated October 5, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #D-1741-2019
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“US Pharmaceuticals Inc. Recalls Cold Pain Gel Due to Water Quality Issues.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/38329-us-pharmaceuticals-inc-recalls-cold-pain-gel-due-to-water. Based on FDA recall #D-1741-2019 (https://api.fda.gov/drug/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22D-1741-2019%22&limit=1).
Why it’s dangerous
The gel was made using water that didn't meet quality standards during manufacturing. This could mean the product has too many microbes or organic compounds, which might cause health issues if used improperly.
Who’s affected
People who purchased the CRYO-273 Cold Pain Relieving Gel 128 fl oz from CRYO-273.com between 2019 and 2020 are affected. Those with sensitive skin or who use the gel frequently may be at slightly higher risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Check the product label for the brand name 'CRYO-273', the size '128 fl oz', and the lot numbers listed: 13K17 (exp 08/2019), 03L17 (exp 09/2019), 74H18 (exp 06/2020), or 18J18 (exp 06/2020).
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All 18 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 II- Status
Terminated- Distribution
Distributed Nationwide in the USA
| Recall number | Product, codes & lots | Quantity | NDC |
|---|---|---|---|
| D-1724-2019 | CVS Health Glycerin Suppositories, 50-count box, Distributed by: CVS Pharmacy, Inc. One CVS Drive Woonsocket, RI 02895. UPC 0 50428 33106 4; Lot #'s 52J17, 53J17, 54J17, 55J17, 59J17, 60J17 EXP 07/2019 | 144 cases | — |
| D-1725-2019 | Eczema Lotion Hydrocortisone 1% / Anti-Itch Lotion, 3.5 oz (99.2 g) Distributed By: Walgreen Co. 200 Wilmot Rd. Deerfield, IL,60015. NDC 0363-0670-04, UPC 3 11917 19308 3; Lot #36P17 EXP 11/2019 | 533 cases | 0363-0670-04 |
| D-1726-2019 | CVS Therapeutic Menthol Gel, 8 FL OZ (227 g) Distributed by: CVS Pharmacy, Inc. One CVS Drive Woonsocket, RI 02895. UPC 0 50428 48136 3; Lot #'s 28L17, 31L17, 36L17, 40L17, 44L17 EXP 09/2019; 05M17, 09M17, 12M17, 13M17, 23M17 EXP 10/2019; 69P17, 72P17 EXP 11/2019; 42S17, 46S17 EXP 12/2019; 85C18, 86C18 EXP 03/2020; 31J18, 43J18, 55J18, 58J18, 18L18 EXP 07/2020. | 5017 cases | — |
| D-1727-2019 | Children Glycerin Suppositories Laxative for ages 2 to 5. Package Size 25-count.Distributed by Walgreen CO. 200 Wilmot Rd. Deerfield IL 60015. NDC#0363-0440-25,; Lot #88J17 EXP 07/2019 | 76 cases | — |
| D-1728-2019 | Adult Glycerin Suppositories, Package Size 25-count suppositories, Distributed By: Walgreen Co. 200 Wilmot Rd. Deerfield, IL 60015. NDC#0363-0445-25,; Lot # 01K17, 02K17 -Exp 08/2019 | 98 cases | 0363-0445-25 |
| D-1729-2019 | Adult Glycerin Suppositories, Package Size 50-count suppositories, Distributed By: Walgreen Co. 200 Wilmot Rd. Deerfield, IL 60015. NDC#0363-0441-50; Lot #'s 39P17, 42P17, 43P17, 44P17, EXP 11/2019 | 196 cases | — |
| D-1730-2019 | Adult Glycerin Suppositories, Package Size 100-count suppositories, Distributed By: Walgreen Co. 200 Wilmot Rd. Deerfield, IL 60015. NDC#0363-0441-00; Lot #'s 68J17, 71J17, 72J17, 73J17, 77J17, 78J17, 79J17, 81J17, 82J17 - EXP 07/2019; 27P17, 28P17, 29P17, 30P17, 31P17, 32P17, 33P17, 37P17, 38P17, EXP 11/2019. | 880 cases | — |
| D-1731-2019 | Hydrocortisone Cream With Aloe, Hydrocortisone 1% / Anti-Itch Cream with Aloe, 1 OZ (28 g) tube. Distributed By: Walgreen Co. 200 Wilmot Rd., Deerfield, IL 60015. NDC #0363-0620-03, UPC 3 11917 17935 3; Lot #63J17 EXP 07/2019, 11P17 EXP 11/2019 | 3114 cases | 0363-0620-01, 0363-0620-03 |
| D-1732-2019 | Hydrocortisone Cream With Aloe, Hydrocortisone 1% / Anti-Itch Cream with Aloe, 2 OZ (56 g) tube. Distributed By: Walgreen Co. 200 Wilmot Rd., Deerfield, IL 60015. NDC #0363-0620-04, UPC 3 11917 17934 6; Lot #'s 11P17, 20P17 EXP 11/2019 | 1223 cases | 0363-0620-02, 0363-0620-04 |
| D-1733-2019 | Hydrocortisone Cream, Hydrocortisone 1% / Anti-Itch Cream, 1 OZ (28 g) tube. Distributed By: Walgreen Co. 200 Wilmot Rd., Deerfield, IL 60015. NDC #0363-0638-03, UPC 3 11917 18245 2 .; Lot #56J17 EXP 07/2019 | 305 cases | 0363-0638-01, 0363-0638-03 |
| D-1734-2019 | Hydrocortisone Cream, Hydrocortisone 1% / Anti-Itch Cream, 2 OZ (56 g) tube. Distributed By: Walgreen Co. 200 Wilmot Rd., Deerfield, IL 60015. NDC #0363-0638-04, UPC 3 11917 18247 6; Lot #56J17 EXP 07/2019 | 651 cases | 0363-0638-02, 0363-0638-04 |
| D-1735-2019 | Soothe&Cool Protect Moisture Guard Skin Protectant, 3.5 oz. (99 g), tube, Manufactured for Medline industries, Inc., Mundelein, IL 60060. NDC 53329-303-22; Lot #57J17 EXP 07/2019 | 830 tubes | — |
| D-1736-2019 | CVS Health Glycerin Suppositories, 100- count box, Distributed by:Distributed by: CVS Pharmacy, Inc. One CVS Drive Woonsocket, RI 02895. UPC 0 50428 42738 5; Lot #'s 61J17, 62J17, 65J17, 66J17, 67J17, 83J17, 86J17, 87J17 EXP 07/2019; Lot #'s 06P17, 08P17, 09P17, 10P17, 12P17, 13P17, 15P17, 16P17, 17P17, 18P17, 19P17, 21P17, 22P17, 23P17, 24P17 , 26P17 EXP 11/2019 | 1174 cases | — |
| D-1737-2019 | CRYO-273 Cold Pain Relieving Gel Roll-On 3 FL. OZ. (89 mL) Distributed By: CRYO-273.com Tampa, FL 33629. UPC 8 15290 01529 6; Lot #'s 09K17, 13K17 EXP 08/2019 | 167 cases | — |
| D-1738-2019 | Cool Hot Ice Analgesic Gel, 8 oz (227 g) Distributed by: Unipack Inc. Pittsburg, PA 15239, USA. UPC 7 51393 00608 6; Lot # 14L18, EXP 09/2020 | 246 cases | — |
| D-1739-2019 | Kool Comfort Cooling Pain Relief, 5% Menthol, Packaged in a) 3 OZ./85 g (UPC 0 52301 35903 5); b) 4 OZ/ 113 g (UPC 0 52301 36504 3); c) 32 OZ/ 907 g (UPC 0 52301 36532 6); d) 16 OZ/ 454 g (UPC 0 52301 36516 6); e) 128 OZ/ 3629 g (UPC 0 52301 36512 8) Manufactured for: Dee Cee Laboratories, Inc. 304 Dee Cee Rd., White House, TN 37188.; Lot # 27H18, EXP 06/2021; 32H18, EXP 06/2021; 42H18, EXP 06/2021; 21J18, EXP 07/2021 | 2192 cases | — |
| D-1740-2019 | Wonder Freeze Pain Releiving Gel with ILEX, Menthol 5%, packaged in a) 3 OZ /85 g (UPC 0 99528 35903 5); b) 4 OZ / 113 g (UPC 0 99528 31504 8); c) 16 OZ / 454 g (UPC 0 99528 31516 1); Manufactured For: Wonder Laboratories, 115 S.C.T. Ct., White House TN. 37188.; Lot # a) 21J18, EXP 07/2021 b) 42H18, EXP 06/2021; c) 32H18, EXP 6/2021 | 147 cases | — |
| D-1741-2019 | CRYO-273 Cold Pain Relieving Gel 128 FL. OZ. Distributed By: CRYO-273.com Tampa, FL 33629. UPC 8 15290 01550 2; Lot #'s 13K17 EXP 08/2019, 03L17 EXP 09/2019, 74H18 EXP 06/2020, 18J18 EXP 06/2020 | 314 cases | — |
What to do — step by step
Check Product Label
Look for the lot numbers 13K17, 03L17, 74H18, or 18J18 on the gel container.
Questions people ask
Is this gel safe to use?
The recall indicates potential water quality issues during manufacturing, but the product is not confirmed unsafe. Users should check the lot numbers and follow the recall instructions.
What should I do if I have this gel?
The recall does not specify a remedy, so you should check the product label for the lot numbers and contact US Pharmaceuticals Inc. for further instructions.
How can I tell if I have the recalled product?
Check the product label for the brand 'CRYO-273', size '128 fl oz', and lot numbers 13K17, 03L17, 74H18, or 18J18.
Contact US Pharmaceuticals Inc.
We’ve drafted a message you can send US Pharmaceuticals Inc. to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall D-1741-2019 — US Pharmaceuticals Inc. US Pharmaceuticals Inc. Hello, I own a US Pharmaceuticals Inc. that is covered by recall D-1741-2019 from US Pharmaceuticals Inc.. 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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- Official source: FDA Recall #D-1741-2019 (July 11, 2019) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for D-1741-2019 to see it in context.
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