FDA Drug Recalls

Recalls / Class III

Class IIID-0256-2026

Product

Fluocinolone Acetonide Solution Topical Solution USP, 0.01%, 60-mL bottles, Rx only, Dist. by: Taro Pharmaceuticals Inc., Hawthorn, NY 10532. NDC 51672-1365-4

Brand name
Fluocinolone Acetonide
Generic name
Fluocinolone Acetonide
Active ingredient
Fluocinolone Acetonide
Route
Topical
NDC
51672-1365
FDA application
ANDA089124
Affected lot / code info
Lot #: AD81290, AD81291, AD81292 and AD81293, Exp. Date 1/31/2027

Why it was recalled

Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications: Out of specification result was obtained for the known impurity D.

Recalling firm

Firm
SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES INC
Manufacturer
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, Inc.
Notification channel
Letter
Type
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Address
2 Independence Way, Princeton, New Jersey 08540-6620

Distribution

Quantity
24,624 bottles
Distribution pattern
Nationwide within the USA

Timeline

Recall initiated
2025-12-30
FDA classified
2026-01-13
Posted by FDA
2026-01-21
Status
Ongoing

Source: openFDA Drug Enforcement endpoint. Recall record D-0256-2026. The FDA issues recall classifications as health-hazard assessments, not legal findings; for legal claims consult a licensed attorney.

Class III recall: Fluocinolone Acetonide · FDA Drug Recalls