Walgreens Maximum Strength Tinted Acne Treatment Cream 10% Benzoyl Peroxide/Acne Medication, 0.65...

FDA Recall #D-0283-2025 — Class II — March 11, 2025

Recall #D-0283-2025 Date: March 11, 2025 Classification: Class II Status: Ongoing

Product Description

Walgreens Maximum Strength Tinted Acne Treatment Cream 10% Benzoyl Peroxide/Acne Medication, 0.65 oz (18.4g) tube in a carton; Distributed by: Walgreen CO., 200 Wilmot Rd., Deerfield, IL 60015

Reason for Recall

Chemical contamination: presence of benzene

Recalling Firm

Fruit Of The Earth, Inc. — Grand Prairie, TX

Classification

Class II — May cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.

Product Type

Drugs

Product Quantity

100,970 tubes

Distribution

USA Nationwide

Code Information

Lot #: 4970743B, 4970743C Exp 3/31/2026, 9722793A, Exp 9/30/2026; 8363513A, Exp 12/3/2026; 2822284A, Exp 8/31/2027; 2143554A, Exp 12/31/2027.

Status

Ongoing

Voluntary / Mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated

What Should You Do?

Stop using this medication immediately and contact your pharmacist or doctor. Do not flush medications down the drain. Return the product to the place of purchase for a refund or replacement.

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