Mafenide Acetate Topical Solution (Par) – Foreign Substance Contamination (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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According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Mafenide Acetate, USP, For 5% Topical Solution, STERILE, Net Wt. 50 grams sterile powder per packet, Rx only, PAR Pharmaceuticals label --- Distributed by: Par Pharmaceutical Companies, Inc. Spring Valley, NY 10977 Made in India -- NDC 49884-902-52 (packets of 50 g) and NDC 49884-902-78 (cartons of five 50 g packets)
Brand
Par Pharmaceutical Inc.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Lots M13012 (exp. date MAR 2015), M13014 (exp. date MAR 2015), M14036 (exp. date FEB 2016), and M14077 (exp. date JUL 2016)
Products Sold
Lots M13012 (exp. date MAR 2015), M13014 (exp. date MAR 2015), M14036 (exp. date FEB 2016), and M14077 (exp. date JUL 2016)
Par Pharmaceutical Inc. is recalling Mafenide Acetate, USP, For 5% Topical Solution, STERILE, Net Wt. 50 grams sterile powder per packet, due to Presence of Foreign Substance; oxidized steel, organic material and shredded polypropylene. 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
Presence of Foreign Substance; oxidized steel, organic material and shredded polypropylene
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