Tretinoin Cream Recall: Northstar Rx prescription-only
Announced 2026-10-14 · FDA
FDA recall for Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Inc Tretinoin Cream USP, 0.05%, 45 g tube (Rx only) distributed nationwide in the US. The lot AD96184 has an expiration date of 12/31/2026 and failed impurities/degradation specifications. No corrective action is provided in the available details.
| Brand | SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES INC |
|---|---|
| Product | Tretinoin Cream USP, 0.05%, 45g tube, Rx only, Mfd by: Taro Pharmaceuticals Inc., Brampton, Ontario, Canada L6T 1C1, Dist. by: Taro Pharmaceuticals USA Inc., Hawthorne, NY 10532, NDC 51672-1394-9. |
| Reason | Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications |
| Severity | low |
| Units affected | N/A |
| Distribution | US Nationwide. |
| Agency | FDA |
WHAT YOU SHOULD DO
- Do not use any product from Lot AD96184.
- Contact the pharmacy or Northstar Rx for return or replacement instructions.
- If you have used the product and have concerns, consult your healthcare provider.
- Preserve packaging and records in case they are needed for return or reporting.
How to identify the recalled item
| Lot / date codes | Lot # AD96184, Exp Date: 12/31/2026. |
|---|---|
| Lot / date codes | Lot # AD96183, Exp Date: 12/31/2026. |
These are the identifiers FDA published for this recall. Most recall notices list no UPC or model number at all — if the code on your item is not shown here, that does not mean the item is excluded. Check the official notice, or contact the company.
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