FDA recall record

Oculus Innovative Sciences Ceramax Skin Barrier Cream: NET WT 0.1 OZ recall — FDA Z-0763-2017

Firm became aware that professional samples of Ceramax are not meeting stability standards set for the product.

Class IIclassification
Z-0763-2017official record ID
Dec 21, 2016report date

Recall record at a glance

Official recordZ-0763-2017
CategoryMedical Device Recalls
ClassificationClass II
FDA record statusTerminated
Recalling firmOculus Innovative Sciences, Inc.
Report dateDec 21, 2016
Recall initiation dateNov 21, 2016
Quantity68,970 units
LocationPetaluma, CA, United States

Official product description

Ceramax Skin Barrier Cream: NET WT 0.1 OZ (3 g professional sample - not for retail sale) Under the supervision of a health care professional, Ceramax is intended to be used as a topical skin care preparation to relieve and to manage the burning and itching associated with various dermatoses including atopic dermatitis, irritant contact dermatitis, radiation dermatitis, and other dry skin conditions, by maintaining a moist wound and skin environment. General and Plastic Surgery: Ceramax is intended to be used as a topical skin care preparation to relieve and to manage the burning and itching associated with various dermatoses including atopic dermatitis, irritant contact dermatitis, radiation dermatitis, and other dry skin conditions, by maintaining a moist wound and skin environment.

Why the product was recalled

Firm became aware that professional samples of Ceramax are not meeting stability standards set for the product.

Distribution information

Nationwide Distribution

How to read the classification

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Additional record details

Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Letter.

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