US Drug Recall Register
Class III · Low risk Terminated Initiated Dec 27, 2012 (14 years ago)

Lac-Hydrin (ammonium lactate) Cream, 12%, packaged in a) 280 g (2 x 140 g tubes), NDC…

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) Cream, 12%, packaged in a) 280 g (2 x 140 g tubes), NDC 10631-099-28; b) 385 g bottle, NDC 10631-099-38; Rx only, Ranbaxy, Jacksonville, FL 32257 USA.

Recalling firm
Ranbaxy Inc.
NDC code
10631-099-28
Origin
NJ, United States
Initiated by
Voluntary: Firm initiated
FDA recall number
D-163-2013

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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