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Apple .025 g/mL

Malus pumila · SOLUTION · Greer Laboratories, Inc.

10 Recalls on Record
Plain English

Apple (Malus Pumila) is an over-the-counter solution administered by intradermal injection at a strength of 0.025 g/mL. This product is not a recognized pharmaceutical drug and has no established drug class or approved medical indication.

Key Facts

Brand Name
Apple
Generic Name
Malus pumila
NDC Code (Product)
22840-5700
Manufacturer
Greer Laboratories, Inc.
Strength
.025 g/mL
Dosage Form
SOLUTION
Route
INTRADERMAL, PERCUTANEOUS, SUBCUTANEOUS
Marketing Status
Application #
BLA101833
Marketing Start
09/15/1981

Recall History

10 Recalls on Record
Class II08/06/2013

Showline Automotive Products, Inc. dba US Soaps Mfg. Company

Microbial Contamination of a Non-Sterile Products: Product was found to be contaminated with the bacteria, Sarcina Lutea.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class III08/20/2024

Elevate Oral Care

LABELING: LABEL MIX-UP.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class III06/21/2013

Tween Brands Inc

Labeling: Label Error on Declared Strength; the label states that the product contains 62% ethyl alcohol, but the ethyl alcohol content is 20%.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II09/17/2012

DermaCare, Inc.

Microbial Contamination of Non-Sterile Products: Laboratory findings of high total plate count above specification.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class III11/15/2019

Grato Holdings, Inc.

Labeling mix-up - Indications on product label are incorrect.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class III04/01/2019

NingBo Huize Commodity Co.,Ltd.

CGMP deviations: Stability testing was not conducted on manufactured sunscreen and hand sanitizer OTC products.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II12/17/2014

Tropichem Research Labs, Inc.

Microbial Contamination of Non Sterile Product; microbial assay reported unacceptable high plate counts and positive for E. Coli

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II07/25/2022

SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES INC

Discoloration

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II06/18/2013

Novartis Consumer Health

Presence of Foreign Substance: The products are being recalled because they may contain foreign substances.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II06/23/2022

Family Dollar Stores, Llc.

CGMP Deviations: product held outside appropriate storage temperature conditions.

OngoingVoluntary: Firm initiated

Side Effects Reported to FDA

FDA FAERS database · These are reported events, not confirmed side effects

toxicity to various agents6,289 reports
completed suicide5,428 reports
drug abuse5,361 reports
fatigue5,185 reports
nausea4,772 reports
off label use4,517 reports
pain4,355 reports
vomiting4,283 reports
dyspnoea4,128 reports
drug ineffective4,107 reports

Full Prescribing Information

Source: FDA Drug Label (SPL)For healthcare professionals

Indications & Usage

Use helps prevent recurrence of flaking and itching associated with dandruff

Dosage & Administration

Directions shake well for manimum dandruff control, use every time you shampoo wet hair, massage onto scalp, rinse, repeat if desired for best results use at least twice a week or as directed by a doctor

Warnings

Warnings For external use only

Adverse Reactions

Adverse reaction Kroger ® DISTRIBUTED BY THE KROGER CO. CINCINNATI, OH 45202 QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS WWW.KROGER.COM PLEASE RECYCLE

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Apple used for?

Apple (Malus Pumila) is an over-the-counter solution administered by intradermal injection at a strength of 0.025 g/mL. This product is not a recognized pharmaceutical drug and has no established drug class or approved medical indication.

Is Apple a controlled substance?

Apple is not classified as a controlled substance by the DEA.

What is the generic name for Apple?

The generic name for Apple is Malus pumila. There are 3 other brand versions of Malus pumila.

What is the NDC code for Apple .025 g/mL?

The NDC (National Drug Code) for Apple .025 g/mL is 22840-5700, listed by Greer Laboratories, Inc..

Product NDC

22840-5700

Package NDC

22840-5700-2

Not medical advice. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist before making any medication decisions.

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