Acanya Gel (Valeant) – Incorrect Expiration Date (2013)
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
Acanya (Clindamycin Phosphate and Benzoyl Peroxide) Gel 1.2% and 2.5%, Net Wt. 3.5 g, Rx Only, Sample - not for sale, CORIA Laboratories, a division of Valeant Pharmaceuticals LLC, Bridgewater, NJ 08807 --- NDC 13548-132-03
Brand
Valeant Pharmaceuticals North Am
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Lot AC27198F6
Products Sold
Lot AC27198F6
Valeant Pharmaceuticals North Am is recalling Acanya (Clindamycin Phosphate and Benzoyl Peroxide) Gel 1.2% and 2.5%, Net Wt. 3.5 g, Rx Only, Sampl due to Labeling: Incorrect or Missing Lot and/or Exp Date: This recall is being carried out due to an incorrect expiration date assigned to a lot of physici. 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
Labeling: Incorrect or Missing Lot and/or Exp Date: This recall is being carried out due to an incorrect expiration date assigned to a lot of physicians samples.
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
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View official FDA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026