Taro Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc. recalls Clobetasol Propionate Cream USP, 0.05% 60 g tube, Rx only Mfd. by: Taro Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd., Haifa Bay,
Taro Pharmaceuticals recalls 0.05% Clobetasol Propionate Cream tubes due to failed content uniformity. This may affect medication accuracy. Check your product details to see if you are affected.
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What happened, in plain English
Taro Pharmaceuticals is recalling 0.05% Clobetasol Propionate Cream tubes because they failed content uniformity tests. This means the medication might not deliver the correct dose, which could lead to treatment issues. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/41004-taro-clobetasol-cream-recall-failed-content-uniformity.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/41004-taro-clobetasol-cream-recall-failed-content-uniformity · Updated October 7, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #D-0249-2018
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“Taro Clobetasol Cream Recall: Failed Content Uniformity.” GovInfoNow, updated October 7, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/41004-taro-clobetasol-cream-recall-failed-content-uniformity. Based on FDA recall #D-0249-2018 (https://api.fda.gov/drug/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22D-0249-2018%22&limit=1).
Why it’s dangerous
The cream failed content uniformity tests, meaning the actual medication concentration might be different from what's labeled. This could result in inconsistent treatment effectiveness, but it doesn't cause immediate harm or injury.
Who’s affected
People with a prescription for this cream, especially those using it for skin conditions like eczema or psoriasis. Those who have been using the product without a doctor's supervision are not affected since it's prescription-only.
How to tell if you have this one
Check for the product name 'Clobetasol Propionate Cream USP, 0.05% 60 g tube' with the lot number 311235 and expiration date September 2018. The product is prescription-only and distributed by Taro Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.
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What to do — step by step
Check Product Details
Look for the lot number 311235 and expiration date September 2018 on the tube.
Questions people ask
Is this cream safe to use?
The recall is due to failed content uniformity tests, which may affect medication accuracy but does not cause immediate harm. Consult your doctor for advice.
How do I know if I have the recalled product?
Check for the lot number 311235 and expiration date September 2018 on the tube. The product is prescription-only and distributed by Taro Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.
What should I do if I have the recalled product?
The recall does not require immediate action. Check the product details and contact your doctor for guidance on whether to continue using it.
Contact Taro
We’ve drafted a message you can send Taro to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall D-0249-2018 — Taro Clobetasol Propionate Cream USP, 0.05% 60 g tube, Rx only Mfd. by: Taro Pharmaceutical Industr Hello, I own a Clobetasol Propionate Cream USP, 0.05% 60 g tube, Rx only Mfd. by: Taro Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd., Haifa Bay that is covered by recall D-0249-2018 from Taro. 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-0249-2018 (December 21, 2017) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for D-0249-2018 to see it in context.
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