Key Takeaway

Carb-O-Philic 40 Cream, 40%, a) 3 oz. tube (NDC 54162-640-03) b) 7 oz. tube (NDC 54162-640-07), Rx Only, Manufactured by Geritrex Corporation, Mount Vernon, NY 10550 by Geritrex Corp was recalled on June 5, 2015. The hazard: CGMP Deviation: Poor container closure of the bulk storage container

FDA Drug Class III Terminated

Carb-O-Philic 40 Cream, 40%, a) 3 oz. tube (NDC 54162-640-03) b) 7 oz. tube (NDC 54162-640-07), Rx Only, Manufactured by Geritrex Corporation, Mount Vernon, NY 10550

Recalled: June 5, 2015 ~1,488 tubes (1,008 3 oz. tubes and 480 7 oz. tubes) units affected D-1238-2015

Description

Carb-O-Philic 40 Cream, 40%, a) 3 oz. tube (NDC 54162-640-03) b) 7 oz. tube (NDC 54162-640-07), Rx Only, Manufactured by Geritrex Corporation, Mount Vernon, NY 10550

Hazard / Reason

CGMP Deviation: Poor container closure of the bulk storage container

Class III: Product that is not likely to cause adverse health consequences.

Class III is the least severe classification. The product is unlikely to cause adverse health consequences but still violates FDA regulations.

Products Affected

Carb-O-Philic 40 Cream, 40%, a) 3 oz. tube (NDC 54162-640-03) b) 7 oz. tube (NDC 54162-640-07), Rx Only, Manufactured by Geritrex Corporation, Mount Vernon, NY 10550

Drugs

Company Information

Geritrex Corp

Mount Vernon, NY, United States

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Distribution

Nationwide

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