Valeant Pharmaceuticals North America LLC recalls Cortaid Intensive Therapy Cooling Spray (1% hydrocortisone), 2 FL OZ (59 mL) spray bottle, OTC, Distributed by: Valeant
Valeant Pharmaceuticals recalls Cortaid Intensive Therapy Cooling Spray (1% hydrocortisone) due to possible microbial contamination from supplier. Check product lot numbers and return unused items.
Recall notice
CGMP deviations: Notice received from supplier of a voluntary recall of all their nasal products and baby oral gels due to the possibility of microbial contamination. No positive results for the firm's products. were obtained. After the firm review, cGMP deviations ere evident.
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What happened, in plain English
Valeant is recalling Cortaid Intensive Therapy Cooling Spray (1% hydrocortisone) because supplier reports possible microbial contamination. This could pose a health risk if the spray is used improperly. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/39680-valeant-cortaid-cooling-spray-recall-possible-microbial-contamination-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/39680-valeant-cortaid-cooling-spray-recall-possible-microbial-contamination-risk · Updated October 6, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #D-0084-2019
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“Valeant Cortaid Cooling Spray Recall: Possible Microbial Contamination Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 6, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/39680-valeant-cortaid-cooling-spray-recall-possible-microbial-contamination-risk. Based on FDA recall #D-0084-2019 (https://api.fda.gov/drug/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22D-0084-2019%22&limit=1).
Why it’s dangerous
The supplier reported possible microbial contamination in the spray due to CGMP deviations. This could lead to infections or skin irritation if the product is used without proper hygiene.
Who’s affected
People who own or use Cortaid Intensive Therapy Cooling Spray (1% hydrocortisone) with lot numbers 171205E, 171951E (expiring 5/19) or 173365K (expiring 10/19) are affected. Those with sensitive skin or using the spray for extended periods may be at higher risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Check the spray bottle for lot numbers 171205E, 171951E (expiring 5/19) or 173365K (expiring 10/19). The product is sold as an OTC spray bottle with 2 fl oz (59 mL) capacity.
- Brand
Valeant- Product
Cortaid Intensive Therapy Cooling Spray (1% hydrocortisone), 2 FL OZ (59 mL) spray bottle, OTC, Distributed by: Valeant- 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 II- Status
Terminated- Distribution
Product was distributed throughout the United States
| Recall number | Product, codes & lots | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| D-0084-2019 | Cortaid Intensive Therapy Cooling Spray (1% hydrocortisone), 2 FL OZ (59 mL) spray bottle, OTC, Distributed by: Valeant Pharmaceuticals North America LLC, Bridgewater, NJ 08807, UPC code 301875518028; Lot #: 171205E, 171951E, Exp 5/19; 173365K, Exp 10/19 | 18,408 bottles |
| D-0085-2019 | Cortaid Maximum Strength Cream (1% hydrocortisone), 1 OZ (28 g) tube, OTC, Distributed by: Valeant Pharmaceuticals North America LLC, Bridgewater, NJ 08807, UPC code 301875521011; Lot #: 170843B, Exp 2/19; 171484D, Exp 4/19; 171791E, 171848E, Exp 5/19; 172359J, 172360J, 173184J, Exp 9/19; 173512P, Exp 12/19; 180180B, Exp 2/20; 181098C, Exp 3/20 | 119,594 tubes |
| D-0086-2019 | Cortaid 12-Hour Advanced Anti-itch Cream (1% hydrocortisone), NET WT 1.5 oz. (42 g) tube, OTC, Distributed by: Valeant Pharmaceuticals North America LLC, Bridgewater, NJ 08807, UPC code 301875519155; Lot #: 172185F, Exp 6/19 | 5,016 tubes |
What to do — step by step
Check Product Lot Number
Look for lot numbers 171205E, 171951E (expiring 5/19) or 173365K (expiring 10/19) on the spray bottle.
Questions people ask
Is this product safe to use?
The recall states possible microbial contamination, but no positive results were found for the firm's products. Use with caution.
What should I do if I have this product?
The recall does not specify a remedy, so check the lot number and contact Valeant if you have the affected lot numbers.
How can I tell if I have the recalled product?
Check the spray bottle for lot numbers 171205E, 171951E (expiring 5/19) or 173365K (expiring 10/19).
Contact Valeant
We’ve drafted a message you can send Valeant to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall D-0084-2019 — Valeant Cortaid Intensive Therapy Cooling Spray (1% hydrocortisone), 2 FL OZ (59 mL) spray bottle, Hello, I own a Cortaid Intensive Therapy Cooling Spray (1% hydrocortisone), 2 FL OZ (59 mL) spray bottle, OTC, Distributed by: Valeant that is covered by recall D-0084-2019 from Valeant. 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-0084-2019 (August 24, 2018) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for D-0084-2019 to see it in context.
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