FDA Drug Recalls

Recalls / Class II

Class IID-1147-2023

Product

Capsaicin Cream 0.025%, External Analgesic Cream, Penetrating Pain Relief, NET WT. 2.1 OZ. (60g) NDC 50268-195-60, Manufactured for: AvKARE, Pulaski, TN 38478

Brand name
Capsaicin
Generic name
Capsaicin
Active ingredient
Capsaicin
Route
Topical
NDC
50268-195
FDA application
M017
Affected lot / code info
Lot # P22078; Exp. 11/30/2024

Why it was recalled

Product mix-up: Cartons labeled Capsaicin Cream 0.025% may contain tubes of Sodium Fluoride 1.1% Prescription Dental Toothpaste

Recalling firm

Firm
AVKARE LLC
Manufacturer
AvPAK
Notification channel
Letter
Type
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Address
615 N 1st St, N/A, Pulaski, Tennessee 38478-2403

Distribution

Quantity
35,184 cartons
Distribution pattern
Affected product was distributed to nineteen (19) consignees within the united states.

Timeline

Recall initiated
2023-08-11
FDA classified
2023-09-07
Posted by FDA
2023-09-13
Terminated
2024-04-29
Status
Terminated

Source: openFDA Drug Enforcement endpoint. Recall record D-1147-2023. The FDA issues recall classifications as health-hazard assessments, not legal findings; for legal claims consult a licensed attorney.

Class II recall: Capsaicin · FDA Drug Recalls