Nystatin Cream Recall Due to Subpotent Drug
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Padagis US LLC is recalling 180,936 tubes of Nystatin Cream USP after stability testing showed low assay results.
What this FDA recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by FDA on August 9, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "medium" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - FDA Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
Padagis US LLC initiated a voluntary recall of Nystatin Cream USP because the product is subpotent, with low out of specification assay results found during long-term stability testing.
Which Products Are Affected
Nystatin Cream USP, (100,000 USP Nystatin Units), NET WT 15 g, Rx only, 15 g tube. NDC 45802-059-35. Lot #: 205060, Exp 09/30/2027. 180,936 tubes distributed nationwide in the United States.
What You Should Do
Consumers should stop using the affected product and contact the recalling firm for return or refund instructions.
Why This Matters
The recall affects a prescription antifungal cream distributed across the United States.
Source
FDA recall number D-0677-2026
Original source: FDA Official Notice ↗
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