Perrigo New York recalls Hydrocortisone Ointment, USP 2.5%, Net Wt. 20g, Rx Only, Manufactured By Perrigo, Bronx, NY 10457, Distributed by
Perrigo recalls Hydrocortisone Ointment 2.5% (20g) due to failed stability specifications. This prescription-only product was manufactured in Bronx, NY with specific lot numbers and expiration dates. Consumers should check their product details and contact Perrigo for further instructions.
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What happened, in plain English
Perrigo has recalled Hydrocortisone Ointment 2.5% (20g) prescription-only product because it failed stability specifications. This means the ointment may not be safe for use as intended, potentially leading to ineffective treatment or other risks. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/40559-perrigo-hydrocortisone-ointment-2-5-recall-failed-stability-specifications.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/40559-perrigo-hydrocortisone-ointment-2-5-recall-failed-stability-specifications · Updated October 7, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #D-0817-2018
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“Perrigo Hydrocortisone Ointment 2.5% Recall: Failed Stability Specifications.” GovInfoNow, updated October 7, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/40559-perrigo-hydrocortisone-ointment-2-5-recall-failed-stability-specifications. Based on FDA recall #D-0817-2018 (https://api.fda.gov/drug/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22D-0817-2018%22&limit=1).
Why it’s dangerous
The ointment failed stability specifications, meaning it may not retain its intended effectiveness over time. This could result in the medication not working properly when applied, potentially leading to inadequate treatment of skin conditions.
Who’s affected
Prescription holders who purchased the recalled Hydrocortisone Ointment 2.5% (20g) from the listed lot numbers and expiration dates. Patients using this medication for conditions like eczema or inflammation are most at risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Check the product label for the lot numbers: 7AT0283V, 7AT0284V, 7AT0285V, 7FT0460, 7FT0461, 7GT0465, 7GT0466, 7JT0390, 7JT0392, 7KT0588, or 7KT0589. The expiration dates listed are November 2018 or May/June 2019.
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What to do — step by step
Check Product Details
Look for the lot numbers and expiration dates on the ointment label to confirm if it is part of the recall.
Questions people ask
Is this ointment safe to use?
The recall indicates the ointment failed stability specifications, so it may not be safe for use as intended. Consult your healthcare provider for advice.
How do I know if I have the recalled product?
Check the product label for lot numbers: 7AT0283V, 7AT0284V, 7AT0285V, 7FT0460, 7FT0461, 7GT0465, 7GT0466, 7JT0390, 7JT0392, 7KT0588, or 7KT0589 with expiration dates of November 2018 or May/June 2019.
What should I do if I have the recalled product?
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Perrigo directly for further instructions.
Contact Perrigo
We’ve drafted a message you can send Perrigo to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall D-0817-2018 — Perrigo Perrigo Hello, I own a Perrigo that is covered by recall D-0817-2018 from Perrigo. 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-0817-2018 (May 7, 2018) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for D-0817-2018 to see it in context.
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