Key Takeaway

Tazorac (tazarotene) Gel 0.05%, Rx only, packaged in a) 30g (NDC 0023-8335-03) and b) 100g (NDC 0023-8335-10) tubes, Allergan Inc, Irvine, CA 92612 by Allergan Sales, LLC was recalled on May 10, 2016. The hazard: Failed Content Uniformity Specifications.

FDA Drug Class II Terminated

Tazorac (tazarotene) Gel 0.05%, Rx only, packaged in a) 30g (NDC 0023-8335-03) and b) 100g (NDC 0023-8335-10) tubes, Allergan Inc, Irvine, CA 92612

Recalled: May 10, 2016 ~17802 units units affected D-1064-2016

Description

Tazorac (tazarotene) Gel 0.05%, Rx only, packaged in a) 30g (NDC 0023-8335-03) and b) 100g (NDC 0023-8335-10) tubes, Allergan Inc, Irvine, CA 92612

Hazard / Reason

Failed Content Uniformity Specifications.

Class II: Product that may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences.

Class II indicates the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health effects. The probability of serious harm is considered remote.

Products Affected

Tazorac (tazarotene) Gel 0.05%, Rx only, packaged in a) 30g (NDC 0023-8335-03) and b) 100g (NDC 0023-8335-10) tubes, Allergan Inc, Irvine, CA 92612

Drugs

Company Information

Allergan Sales, LLC

Waco, TX, United States

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Distribution

Nationwide and Puerto Rico

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