Class III · Low riskTerminated Initiated Dec 27, 2012 (14 years ago)
Lac-Hydrin (ammonium lactate) Lotion, 12%, packaged in 400 g bottles, Rx only, Ranbaxy…
Class III — Low risk. Unlikely to cause harm, but violates FDA regulations.
Why it was recalled
Crystallization: Recall is due to a non-characteristic gritty/sandy texture to the product which is likely due to some crystallization of the product.
What was recalled
Lac-Hydrin (ammonium lactate) Lotion, 12%, packaged in 400 g bottles, Rx only, Ranbaxy, Jacksonville, FL 32257 USA, NDC 10631-098-14.
Recalling firm
Ranbaxy Inc.
NDC code
10631-098-14
Origin
NJ, United States
Initiated by
Voluntary: Firm initiated
FDA recall number
D-162-2013
What should you do? A recall doesn't always mean your specific bottle is affected - it often applies to certain lots only. Check the lot number on your package against the FDA notice, and talk to your pharmacist before stopping any medication.
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