FDAClass IIINovember 14, 2012

AcneFree 24 Hour Clearing System containing 1-count recall: Subpotent

AcneFree 24 Hour Clearing System containing 1-count 4 fl oz (118 mL) Oil-Free Purifying Cleanser (benzoyl peroxide 2.5% w/v) AFCS-0101-00, 1-count 4…

Why was AcneFree 24 Hour Clearing System containing 1-count recalled?

Subpotent (Single Ingredient) Drug: This product was found to be subpotent for the benzoyl peroxide active ingredient. Additionally, this product is mislabeled because the label either omits or erroneously added inactive ingredients to the label.

What should I do if I have this product?

Review the official FDA enforcement record for current instructions.

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official FDA record. Only products that match the listed product and lot, UPC or model codes are part of this recall.

Which lot codes, UPCs or models are affected?

All lots with expiration dates between 10/10/12 through 10/10/14 of UPC 7 88521 12008 6

Product
AcneFree 24 Hour Clearing System containing 1-count 4 fl oz (118 mL) Oil-Free Purifying Cleanser (benzoyl peroxide 2.5% w/v) AFCS-0101-00, 1-count 4…
Recalling firm
Valeant Pharmaceuticals
Quantity
1,097,846 cartons
Distribution
Nationwide
Recall date
November 14, 2012
Classification
Class III
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (drug)
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