Clindamycin Benzoyl Peroxide Gel (Perrigo) – Mold Contamination (2016)
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.
This AI-generated summary is provided for general informational purposes only and is derived from publicly available recall notices. It supplements but does not replace official agency classifications or safety instructions.
Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Clindamycin Phosphate and Benzoyl Peroxide Gel, 1.2%/5%, 45 g tubes, Rx Only, Manufactured by Perrigo, Yeruham, Israel, Distributed by Perrigo, Allegan, MI --- NDC 45802-736-84, UPC 345802736840
Brand
L. Perrigo Company
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in FDA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
080806 (exp 12/16) 080844 ( exp 12/16) 080963 (exp 12/16) 080999 ( exp 12/16) 0841 09 ( exp 03/17 084197 ( exp 03/17) 091 090 ( exp 1 0/17) 092319 (exp 11/17) 092399 ( exp 12/17) 092440 ( exp 12/17)
L. Perrigo Company is recalling Clindamycin Phosphate and Benzoyl Peroxide Gel, 1.2%/5%, 45 g tubes, Rx Only, Manufactured by Perrig due to Microbial Contamination of Non-Sterile Product; small number of tubes may include the presence of mold on the cap. 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
Microbial Contamination of Non-Sterile Product; small number of tubes may include the presence of mold on the cap
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