Bacitracin Zinc recalls
The FDA has published 2 recalls involving Bacitracin Zinc since 2014. The latest was reported on 28 May 2025. Most were for sterility. Kenil Healthcare Private has the most recalls in this group. Recalls usually affect specific lots, not every bottle on the market. Check the lot number on each recall page before acting.
Total recalls2since 2014
Last 12 months0reported
Class I00% of total
Ongoing0latest 28 May 2025
Recalls per month, last 24 months
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Class I 0 0%Class II 2 100%Class III 0 0%
Why bacitracin zinc is recalled
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All bacitracin zinc recalls, newest first
2 total| Reported | Class | Recall | Company | Reason | Where |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drug | CLASS II | Rapidol, Triple Antibiotic First Aid Ointment recalledRapidol | Kenil Healthcare Private | Manufacturing (CGMP) Deviations | DE, NC |
| Drug | CLASS II | Dr. Sheffield Triple Antibiotic Ointment recalled by Faria LimitedSheffield Triple Antibiotic | Faria | Sterility | Nationwide |
Should you stop taking Bacitracin Zinc?
Not on your own. Most recalls affect specific lots from one manufacturer, and stopping a prescription suddenly can be riskier than the defect. Check your lot number and NDC against the recall, then call the pharmacy that dispensed it for a replacement.