Hydrocortisone Cream (US Pharmaceuticals) – microbial contamination (2018)
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
Hydrocortisone Cream 1% MS Anti itch Cream with Intensive Healing 2 oz tubes, Distributed by: Walgreen Co. 200 Wilmot Rd. Deerfield, IL 60015, NDC 0363-0237-03
Brand
US Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Lot #: 36G17, 47G17, Exp. 5/2019, 84J17, Exp. 7/2019
Products Sold
Lot #: 36G17, 47G17, Exp. 5/2019; 84J17, Exp. 7/2019
US Pharmaceuticals Inc. is recalling Hydrocortisone Cream 1% MS Anti itch Cream with Intensive Healing 2 oz tubes, Distributed by: Walgre due to GMP Deviations: Out of specification results for Total Aerobic Microbial count in excipient purified water sample. 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
GMP Deviations: Out of specification results for Total Aerobic Microbial count in excipient purified water sample
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