HiCort Suppositories (Geritrex) – Unapproved Drug (2015)
Class II: A situation in which use of, or exposure to, a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote
Class II recall indicates potential for temporary health effects.
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Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
GRx HiCort 25 (hydrocortisone acetate 25 mg) Suppositories, 12-count box, Rx only, Distributed by Geritrex Corporation Mount Vernon, NY 10550, NDC 54162-015-12
Brand
Geritrex Corp
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Lot #: 1310001, 13J04, 1310167, 1311013, 1312008, 1401055, 13S02, 14A05, 1402061, 14C01, 14C05, 14C06, 14E02, 1405081, 1406107, 1407062, 14096751, 14096752, 14096753, 15026752, 15026752, 15046752, 15066752, 15066753
Products Sold
Lot #: 1310001, 13J04, 1310167, 1311013, 1312008, 1401055, 13S02, 14A05, 1402061, 14C01, 14C05, 14C06, 14E02, 1405081, 1406107, 1407062, 14096751, 14096752, 14096753, 15026752, 15026752, 15046752, 15066752, 15066753
Geritrex Corp is recalling GRx HiCort 25 (hydrocortisone acetate 25 mg) Suppositories, 12-count box, Rx only, Distributed by Ge due to Marketed without an Approved NDA/ANDA: FDA has determined that the products are unapproved new drugs and misbranded.. 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
Marketed without an Approved NDA/ANDA: FDA has determined that the products are unapproved new drugs and misbranded.
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