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Pets & Animals/Pet Medications

DVM Pharmaceuticals: ChlorhexiDerm Shampoo Recalled for Low Active Ingredient Levels

Agency Publication Date: July 24, 2003
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Summary

DVM Pharmaceuticals is recalling approximately 4,761 units of its ChlorhexiDerm Shampoo (4% Chlorhexidine) across various sizes, including 8 oz, 12 oz, and one-gallon plastic bottles. The recall was initiated because stability testing showed the shampoo may be subpotent, meaning it contains less of the active ingredient than the label claims. This decrease in potency may make the product less effective at treating the conditions for which it was prescribed or purchased.

Risk

A subpotent shampoo may fail to properly treat skin conditions in pets, potentially allowing underlying infections or irritations to persist or worsen because the active ingredient, Chlorhexidine, is below the required strength.

What You Should Do

  1. Check your bottle for DVM brand ChlorhexiDerm Shampoo (4% Chlorhexidine) in 8 oz, 12 oz, or one-gallon plastic container sizes.
  2. Verify the NDC number 47203-687-08 located on the product label to confirm if your shampoo is part of this recall.
  3. Contact your veterinarian or pharmacist to discuss your pet's treatment if you have been using this recalled shampoo.
  4. Contact DVM Pharmaceuticals at 50 NW 176th St, Miami, Florida, 33169, to receive instructions on returning the unused product for a refund.
  5. For additional questions regarding this recall, contact the FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine at 1-240-402-7002.

Your Remedy Options

๐Ÿ’ฐFull Refund

Contact healthcare provider and return product for refund.

How to: Contact your healthcare provider or pharmacist for guidance. Return any unused product to the pharmacy for a refund.

Affected Products

Product: DVM ChlorhexiDerm Shampoo, 4% Chlorhexidine (8 oz)
Model:
NDC 47203-687-08
V-019-4
Product: DVM ChlorhexiDerm Shampoo, 4% Chlorhexidine (12 oz)
Model:
NDC 47203-687-08
V-019-4
Product: DVM ChlorhexiDerm Shampoo, 4% Chlorhexidine (One Gallon)
Model:
NDC 47203-687-08
V-019-4

Additional Information

Agency: Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Event ID: 26788
Status: Resolved
Manufacturer: DVM Pharmaceuticals
Sold By: domestic wholesalers; international wholesalers
Manufactured In: United States
Units Affected: 4761
Distributed To: Nationwide

AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

Sources: FDA iRES ยท Raw API Response