Teligent Pharma, Inc. recalls Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment USP, 0.05%* (Augmented), a) 15 gram (NDC 52565-019-15) and b) 50 gram (NDC
Teligent Pharma recalls 0.05% Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment due to failed impurities testing. This prescription ointment may cause serious injury if used improperly. Stop using immediately and contact your doctor.
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What happened, in plain English
Teligent Pharma is recalling two sizes of prescription Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment (0.05%) because impurities in the product could cause serious injury. This is a prescription-only medication that must be used carefully under medical supervision. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/38816-teligent-betamethasone-ointment-recall-impurities-risk-serious-injury.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/38816-teligent-betamethasone-ointment-recall-impurities-risk-serious-injury · Updated October 5, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #D-1391-2019
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“Teligent Betamethasone Ointment Recall: Impurities Risk Serious Injury.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/38816-teligent-betamethasone-ointment-recall-impurities-risk-serious-injury. Based on FDA recall #D-1391-2019 (https://api.fda.gov/drug/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22D-1391-2019%22&limit=1).
Why it’s dangerous
The ointment failed impurities and degradation testing, meaning it may contain harmful substances that could cause serious injury if used as directed. This is a prescription medication that requires careful application under medical guidance.
Who’s affected
Prescription patients who have the 15g or 50g tubed ointment with NDC 52565-019-15 or 52565-019-51. Those using the ointment without medical supervision are at highest risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Look for the 15g or 50g tubed ointment labeled 'Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment USP, 0.05% (Augmented)' with NDC codes 52565-019-15 or 52565-019-51. It is only available by prescription.
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What to do — step by step
Stop Using Immediately
Discard the ointment product as it may contain harmful impurities that could cause serious injury.
Questions people ask
Is this ointment safe to use?
No, this specific batch of ointment has failed impurities testing and may cause serious injury. Do not use it.
What should I do if I have this ointment?
Discard the ointment immediately and contact your doctor for alternative treatment options.
Is there a replacement product available?
The recall does not mention a replacement product. Your doctor can provide an alternative.
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-1391-2019 — Teligent Pharma Teligent Pharma Hello, I own a Teligent Pharma that is covered by recall D-1391-2019 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-1391-2019 (May 20, 2019) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for D-1391-2019 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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