Doan's Pain Relief Cream (Dr. Reddy's) – Labeling Mismatch (2017)
Class III: A situation in which use of, or exposure to, a violative product is not likely to cause adverse health consequences
Class III recall indicates unlikely adverse health consequences.
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Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Doan's Pain Relieving Cream with 4% Lidocaine Plus Menthol, (lidocaine 4%, menthol 1%), Net Wt. 2.75 oz. (77.3 g) Tube, Distributed by: Ducere Pharma, LLC New Hope, PA 18938 USA --- UPC 849648000023
Brand
Dr. Reddy's Laboratories, Inc.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
lots #2462100R, Exp 11/2018, 2583800R, Exp 09/2018
Products Sold
lots #2462100R, Exp 11/2018; 2583800R, Exp 09/2018
Dr. Reddy's Laboratories, Inc. is recalling Doan's Pain Relieving Cream with 4% Lidocaine Plus Menthol, (lidocaine 4%, menthol 1%), Net Wt. 2.75 due to Labeling: Incorrect or Missing Lot and/or Exp Date; lot number on the secondary packaging doesnt match the lot number printed on the bottle. This is a Class I recall, indicating a high risk of serious health consequences. Based on FDA drug enforcement report.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
Labeling: Incorrect or Missing Lot and/or Exp Date; lot number on the secondary packaging doesnt match the lot number printed on the bottle
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
Consumers should stop using the product and contact the recalling firm, their healthcare provider, or return it to the place of purchase.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) directly.
View official FDA recall noticePage updated: Jan 7, 2026