PlainRecalls
FDA Drug Moderate Class II Terminated

Betamethasone Dipropionate Lotion USP (Augmented), 0.05%, packaged in a) 30 mL bottle (NDC 61748-480-30), b) 60 mL bottle (NDC 61748-480-60), Rx only, Manufactured by: Hi-Tech Pharmacal Co. Inc., Amityville,NY 11701

Reported: September 22, 2021 Initiated: August 13, 2021 #D-0802-2021

Product Description

Betamethasone Dipropionate Lotion USP (Augmented), 0.05%, packaged in a) 30 mL bottle (NDC 61748-480-30), b) 60 mL bottle (NDC 61748-480-60), Rx only, Manufactured by: Hi-Tech Pharmacal Co. Inc., Amityville,NY 11701

Reason for Recall

Failed impurities/degradation specification: Out of Specification for an unknown impurity observed in topical product.

Details

Recalling Firm
Akorn, Inc.
Units Affected
264 bottles; 48 bottles lot 372286 and 216 bottles lot 372289
Distribution
USA Nationwide
Location
Lake Forest, IL

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Betamethasone Dipropionate Lotion USP (Augmented), 0.05%, packaged in a) 30 mL bottle (NDC 61748-480-30), b) 60 mL bottle (NDC 61748-480-60), Rx only, Manufactured by: Hi-Tech Pharmacal Co. Inc., Amityville,NY 11701. Recalled by Akorn, Inc.. Units affected: 264 bottles; 48 bottles lot 372286 and 216 bottles lot 372289.
Why was this product recalled?
Failed impurities/degradation specification: Out of Specification for an unknown impurity observed in topical product.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Drug on September 22, 2021. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: D-0802-2021.