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Swabs 25 g/100mL

Silver Nitrate · SWAB · McKesson

10 Recalls on Record
Plain English

Silver nitrate swabs are a prescription topical medication applied directly to skin to remove warts, cauterize wounds, or treat certain skin conditions. Each swab contains a 25% silver nitrate solution that works by chemically burning away affected tissue.

Key Facts

Brand Name
Swabs
Generic Name
Silver Nitrate
NDC Code (Product)
68599-6303
Manufacturer
McKesson
Strength
25 g/100mL
Dosage Form
SWAB
Route
TOPICAL
Marketing Status
Marketing Start
04/21/2020

Recall History

10 Recalls on Record
Class II08/22/2017

Sage Products Inc

Cross Contamination With Other Products: Oral care solutions were manufactured by a third party supplier on equipment shared with non-pharmaceutical products

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class I06/06/2025

Church & Dwight Inc

Microbial Contamination of Non-Sterile Products: Fungal contamination of infant oral swabs.

OngoingVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II12/05/2012

Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.

Presence of Foreign Substance: Product is being recalled due to receiving an elevated number of patient complaints related to a visible presence of medical grade silicone oil essential to the functionality of the syringe and plunger stopper system.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II08/22/2017

Sage Products Inc

Cross Contamination With Other Products: Oral care solutions were manufactured by a third party supplier on equipment shared with non-pharmaceutical products

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II08/22/2017

Sage Products Inc

Cross Contamination With Other Products: Oral care solutions were manufactured by a third party supplier on equipment shared with non-pharmaceutical products

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II08/22/2017

Sage Products Inc

Cross Contamination With Other Products: Oral care solutions were manufactured by a third party supplier on equipment shared with non-pharmaceutical products

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II08/22/2017

Sage Products Inc

Cross Contamination With Other Products: Oral care solutions were manufactured by a third party supplier on equipment shared with non-pharmaceutical products

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II08/22/2017

Sage Products Inc

Cross Contamination With Other Products: Oral care solutions were manufactured by a third party supplier on equipment shared with non-pharmaceutical products

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II07/07/2025

MEDLINE INDUSTRIES, LP - Northfield

Subpotent Drug- isopropyl alcohol levels fall below the labeled concentration.

OngoingVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II02/04/2022

Professional Disposables International, Inc.

cGMP deviations: uncertainty of the adequacy of the validation of the test methods used to manufacture the products.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated

Side Effects Reported to FDA

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

glossodynia1,632 reports
pemphigus1,613 reports
hand deformity1,604 reports
joint swelling1,594 reports
infusion related reaction1,588 reports
impaired healing1,583 reports
helicobacter infection1,582 reports
irritable bowel syndrome1,575 reports
systemic lupus erythematosus1,569 reports
pericarditis1,561 reports

Full Prescribing Information

Source: FDA Drug Label (SPL)For healthcare professionals

Indications & Usage

Use For preparation of the skin prior to injection; to decrease germs in minor cuts and scrapes.

Dosage & Administration

Directions Wipe injection site vigorously.

Warnings

Warnings For external use only. Flammable; keep away from fire and flame.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Swabs used for?

Silver nitrate swabs are a prescription topical medication applied directly to skin to remove warts, cauterize wounds, or treat certain skin conditions. Each swab contains a 25% silver nitrate solution that works by chemically burning away affected tissue.

Is Swabs a controlled substance?

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

What is the generic name for Swabs?

The generic name for Swabs is Silver Nitrate. There are 12 other brand versions of Silver Nitrate.

What is the NDC code for Swabs 25 g/100mL?

The NDC (National Drug Code) for Swabs 25 g/100mL is 68599-6303, listed by McKesson.