Fluocinonide Gel (Taro) – Cross Contamination (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
Fluocinonide Gel USP, 0.05%, 15 g tube, Rx Only, Mfd. by: Taro Pharmaceuticals Inc. Brampton Ontario Canada L6T1C1, Dist. by: Taro Pharmaceuticals U.S.A . Inc. Hawthorne NY 10532, NDC 51672-1279-1
Brand
Taro Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Lot #: A771026850, Exp 6/18
Products Sold
Lot #: A771026850, Exp 6/18
Taro Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc. is recalling Fluocinonide Gel USP, 0.05%, 15 g tube, Rx Only, Mfd. by: Taro Pharmaceuticals Inc. Brampton Ontario due to Cross contamination with other products: traces of Dapsone were found in the finished product.. 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
Cross contamination with other products: traces of Dapsone were found in the finished product.
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