Ciclopirox Shampoo
Failed Impurity/Degradation specifications: OOS results obtained at the 18-month timepoint
Yes — there is an active recall. 3 ongoing FDA recalls mention Ciclopirox (7 total). Check the affected lots below.
Most common reason: Impurity / degradation (2 of these recalls)
Recalls are matched by product description. A recall usually affects specific lots, not every package of Ciclopirox. “Active” means an FDA recall is still ongoing; “closed” means it was terminated or completed. Checked against openFDA on Oct 10, 2026.
Failed Impurity/Degradation specifications: OOS results obtained at the 18-month timepoint
Defective Container: Firm received complaints of broken tube at the seal.
CGMP Deviations: Firm went out of business and could no longer continue stability studies.
Failed Degradation/Impurities Specifications: Out of specification related substance results during stability testing.
Discoloration: Product is supposed to be a white to off white homogenous cream and may have intermittent yellow discoloration.
Labeling: Incorrect or Missing Package Insert: product lots packaged with an out-of-date insert.
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