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RECALL RECORD — CLASS IIRecall closedD-916-2013/FDA enforcement
Medicis Pharmaceutical Corp·Cosmetics·May 1, 2013

Clenziderm M.d

What you need to know

Class II

  • What happened

    CGMP Deviations; during the production process, CLENZIderm M.D. Daily Foam Cleanser was filled into some bottles labeled as CLENZIderm M.D. Pore Therapy

  • Health risk

    The product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote. Current good manufacturing practice failures can affect product identity, strength, quality or purity.

  • Action required

    Stop applying or using the product. Check the UPC and lot codes below, then return it to the retailer or contact the manufacturer about a refund or replacement.

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Product identification

Source: FDA COSMETICS

Brand nameMedicis Pharmaceutical Corp
Recalling firmMedicis Pharmaceutical CorpScottsdale, AZ, United States
UPC / barcodesNo UPC listed in the FDA enforcement record.
Lot / date codes
  • Lot #11L1074, NDC 62032-110
  • Expanded 8/29/2013 to include Lot 11J1075, NDC 62032-511, Exp. 10/14.
Distribution area
Nationwide

Nationwide, Great Britain, Mexico, Russia and The Ukraine.

United States, Mexico

Quantity affected2491 Kits; Expanded 8/29/2013 to include an additional 907 units.
Recall initiationFDA report date: August 28, 2013
FDA recall numberD-916-2013

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Medicis Pharmaceutical Corp initiated this cosmetics recall on May 1, 2013. The FDA enforcement report states: CGMP Deviations; during the production process, CLENZIderm M.D. Daily Foam Cleanser was filled into some bottles labeled as CLENZIderm M.D. Pore Therapy. The FDA report lists distribution as: Nationwide, Great Britain, Mexico, Russia and The Ukraine.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: CGMP Deviations; during the production process, CLENZIderm M.D. Daily Foam Cleanser was filled into some bottles labeled as CLENZIderm M.D. Pore Therapy

Clenziderm M.d was made or distributed by Medicis Pharmaceutical Corp in Scottsdale, AZ, United States. This page reflects FDA report D-916-2013, dated August 28, 2013.

Why this is a Class II recall

Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote. In this recall, current good manufacturing practice failures can affect product identity, strength, quality or purity.

FDA definition

The product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote.

What to do now

  1. 1

    Stop using it

    Set the product aside and do not apply it.

  2. 2

    Check the codes

    Compare the lot and date codes against the table above.

  3. 3

    Return or discard

    Contact the retailer or recalling firm about a refund, and dispose of the product safely.

Consumer safety guide

Product safety recall

Symptoms to watch for

The official enforcement report describes the specific risk. Follow the recall notice, check the product codes and do not use a product that may be affected.

Higher-risk groups

Children, pregnant people, older adults and people with weakened immune systems should take extra care when a product's safety is uncertain.

What to do now

  1. 1Stop using or eating the product and keep it away from children and pets.
  2. 2Check the UPC and lot/date codes on this page and follow the official recall notice for disposal or return.
  3. 3Seek medical advice if anyone develops severe or worrying symptoms after exposure.

Read the official source record for the specific hazard and instructions.

This is general consumer safety information, not medical advice or a diagnosis. Follow the official recall notice and contact a healthcare professional if you have concerns about exposure or symptoms.

Frequently asked

Questions about this recall

What is the Clenziderm M.d recall?

Medicis Pharmaceutical Corp recalled Clenziderm M.d in an FDA Class II enforcement action reported as D-916-2013. CGMP Deviations; during the production process, CLENZIderm M.D. Daily Foam Cleanser was filled into some bottles labeled as CLENZIderm M.D. Pore Therapy

What are the symptoms of Product safety recall exposure?

The official enforcement report describes the specific risk. Follow the recall notice, check the product codes and do not use a product that may be affected.

Who is most at risk from Product safety recall?

Children, pregnant people, older adults and people with weakened immune systems should take extra care when a product's safety is uncertain.

What should I do if I bought this product?

Stop applying or using the product. Check the UPC and lot codes below, then return it to the retailer or contact the manufacturer about a refund or replacement. Stop using or eating the product and keep it away from children and pets. Check the UPC and lot/date codes on this page and follow the official recall notice for disposal or return. Seek medical advice if anyone develops severe or worrying symptoms after exposure.

How do I get a refund from Medicis Pharmaceutical Corp?

Contact the recalling company or the retailer where you purchased the product, quote the FDA recall number and ask about a refund or replacement. Keep the packaging, lot code and proof of purchase where possible. The FDA does not issue consumer refunds. Reference FDA recall D-916-2013 and keep the packaging, lot code and proof of purchase if you have them.

Is the Medicis Pharmaceutical Corp recall still active?

The FDA lists this recall as recall closed. It remains relevant if you still have the affected product or need to identify a historical recall.

Where can I verify this recall?

This page is normalized from the openFDA enforcement record D-916-2013. You can verify it directly using the official source link on this page. VerifyRecall updates its index from public FDA enforcement data and does not replace advice from the FDA, the recalling firm or a healthcare professional.

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