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Fluocinonide .5 mg/g

Fluocinonide · CREAM · A-S Medication Solutions

10 Recalls on Record
Plain English

Fluocinonide cream is a prescription corticosteroid medication applied directly to the skin to reduce inflammation, itching, and redness associated with various skin conditions. It works by suppressing the immune response in the affected area to help relieve symptoms.

Key Facts

Brand Name
Fluocinonide
Generic Name
Fluocinonide
NDC Code (Product)
50090-7923
Manufacturer
A-S Medication Solutions
Strength
.5 mg/g
Dosage Form
CREAM
Route
TOPICAL
Marketing Status
Application #
ANDA210554
Drug Class
Corticosteroid [EPC]
Marketing Start
10/01/2017

Recall History

10 Recalls on Record
Class III03/17/2017

Taro Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.

Cross contamination with other products: Certain lots of Fluocinonide Cream were found to be contaminated with a small quantity of hydrocortisone-17-valerate.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II03/25/2026

SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES INC

Failed Viscosity Specifications: Out of Specification results, above the specification limit, in viscosity, noted during stability testing.

OngoingVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class III09/20/2017

Taro Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.

Cross contamination with other products: traces of Dapsone were found in the finished product.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II03/25/2026

SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES INC

Failed Viscosity Specifications: Out of Specification results, above the specification limit, in viscosity, noted during stability testing.

OngoingVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II03/25/2016

Reliable Rexall-A Compounding Pharmacy

Lack of Processing Controls

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II03/25/2026

SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES INC

Failed Viscosity Specifications: Out of Specification results, above the specification limit, in viscosity, noted during stability testing.

OngoingVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class III09/28/2020

Teligent Pharma, Inc.

Failed Impurities/Degradation - Out-of-specification results for Fluocinolone Acetonide impurity.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II03/15/2022

Teligent Pharma, Inc.

cGMP deviations: all products within expiry are being recalled because the firm is discontinuing its stability study program.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II02/10/2017

Synergy Rx

Lack of Assurance of Sterility: There are also CGMP Deviations.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II03/15/2022

Teligent Pharma, Inc.

cGMP deviations: all products within expiry are being recalled because the firm is discontinuing its stability study program.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated

Side Effects Reported to FDA

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

drug ineffective753 reports
psoriasis541 reports
rash445 reports
pruritus414 reports
diarrhoea282 reports
fatigue281 reports
nausea274 reports
pain269 reports
off label use266 reports
headache256 reports

Full Prescribing Information

Full prescribing information not available for this product.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Fluocinonide used for?

Fluocinonide cream is a prescription corticosteroid medication applied directly to the skin to reduce inflammation, itching, and redness associated with various skin conditions. It works by suppressing the immune response in the affected area to help relieve symptoms.

Is Fluocinonide a controlled substance?

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

What is the generic name for Fluocinonide?

The generic name for Fluocinonide is Fluocinonide. There are 4 other brand versions of Fluocinonide.

What is the NDC code for Fluocinonide .5 mg/g?

The NDC (National Drug Code) for Fluocinonide .5 mg/g is 50090-7923, listed by A-S Medication Solutions.

Product NDC

50090-7923

Package NDC

50090-7923-0

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