TOPIC: MG217 Multi-Symptom Treatment Cream & Skin Protectant Eczema Cream by Pharmacal: Recall - Due to Microbial Contamination
AUDIENCE: Consumer, Health Care Professional, Pharmacy, Dermatology
ISSUE: Pharmacal is recalling one lot of MG217 Multi-symptom Treatment Cream & Skin Protectant Eczema Cream, 6oz tube (product code 5106 and UPC 012277051067) because the product has been found to be contaminated with Staphylococcus aureus.
Risk Statement: Use of the product could result in a range of infections from localized to severe or life-threatening adverse events. Patients with weakened immune systems or compromised skin — such as those with wounds, burns, or skin disorders — are at increased risk for serious infections, including skin and skin structure infections, infective endocarditis (infection of the heart valves), bone and joint infections, bloodstream infections, and life-threatening conditions like sepsis and septic shock.
To date, Pharmacal has not received any reports of adverse events related to this recall.
For more information about this recall, click on the red button "Read Recall" below.
BACKGROUND: The product being recalled is used as a topical cream.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
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Consumers should contact their physician or healthcare provider if they have experienced any problems that may be related to using this product.
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Consumers that have product which is being recalled should stop using and discard the product.
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Consumers with questions regarding this recall can contact Pharmacal by 800-558-6614 or email aimho@pharmacalway.com.
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