The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-0714-2022·Announced 2022-03-30

Diclofenac Sodium Topical Solution recalled due to leaking containers

Direct Rx is recalling Diclofenac Sodium Topical Solution 1.5% (150 mL) nationwide due to defective containers that may leak. Consumers who have purchased this product should stop use and contact their pharmacy or physician.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: This is an FDA Class II recall for a defective container issue. The source text does not report any illnesses, injuries, or hospitalizations. The hazard is a packaging defect (leaking containers) without reported harm, which meets the criteria for a Moderate severity rating.

Plain-English summary

Direct Rx is recalling Diclofenac Sodium Topical Solution 1.5%, 150 mL (NDC 61919-675-05, Lot #24MA2010, Exp. 1/31/2023) that was packaged and distributed nationwide within the United States. The recall was initiated because the containers are defective and may leak.

This is a prescription-only medication manufactured for SOLA Pharmaceuticals in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. A total of 312 bottles are affected by this recall.

Consumers who have purchased this product should stop using it and contact their pharmacy or physician for guidance. The defective containers pose a risk of product leakage, which may affect the integrity and safety of the medication.

The recalled product

Product
Diclofenac Sodium Topical Solution 1.5%, 150 mL, Rx only, Packaged and Distributed by: Direct Rx Dawsonville, GA 30534 Mfg. For SOLA Pharmaceuticals Baton Rouge, LA, NDC 61919-675-05
Manufacturer
Direct Rx
Hazard
  • leaking-container
  • packaging-defect

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (1)

  • Lot #: 24MA2010 Exp. 1/31/2023

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.