FDA Warning: Bad Eczema Cream

May 14, 2026, 15:20
USHealth

Introduction

The FDA says a skin cream from Pharmacal is dangerous. People must stop using it now.

Main Body

The bad cream is the MG217 Eczema Cream. Look for lot 1024088 on the tube. You can find this cream in stores and on Amazon. This cream has bad bacteria. These bacteria can cause skin infections. For some sick people, this can be very dangerous and cause death. No one is sick yet. Pharmacal is taking the cream back from stores. You should stop using the cream and ask for your money back. Other companies have problems too. K.C. Pharmaceuticals and Angry Orange also took back many products because of bad bacteria.

Conclusion

The company is taking the cream back. Call a doctor or the company if you have questions.

Learning

πŸ›‘ Stop & Go: Giving Orders

In this news story, the writers use Strong Verbs at the start of sentences. This is how we tell people what to do clearly.

The Pattern: Verb + Object/Place β†’\rightarrow Action!

From the text:

  • Stop using it now. β†’\rightarrow (Don't do it anymore)
  • Look for lot 1024088. β†’\rightarrow (Find this number)
  • Call a doctor. β†’\rightarrow (Use your phone to talk to a doctor)

Why this helps you reach A2: Instead of saying "I think you should stop," just use the verb. It is the fastest way to give a warning or a direction in English.

Quick Word Swap

  • Dangerous β†’\rightarrow Not safe ❌
  • Taking back β†’\rightarrow Returning to the shop β‡Œ\rightleftharpoons

Vocabulary Learning

bad (adj.)
not good; harmful
Example:The cream is bad for people with eczema.
cream (n.)
a thick liquid used for skin
Example:She applied a cream to soothe her rash.
skin (n.)
the outer covering of your body
Example:The skin on your arms felt itchy.
dangerous (adj.)
likely to cause harm
Example:The medicine can be dangerous if taken incorrectly.
stop (v.)
to cease doing something
Example:You should stop using the cream immediately.
using (v.)
doing something with a tool or product
Example:Using the cream daily can worsen the rash.
now (adv.)
at this time
Example:Please stop using it now.
bacteria (n.)
tiny living organisms that can make you sick
Example:The cream contains bacteria that cause infections.
cause (v.)
to make something happen
Example:The bacteria can cause skin infections.
infection (n.)
when germs make you sick
Example:The infection made her skin red.
sick (adj.)
unwell
Example:Some sick people may die from this.
death (n.)
the end of life
Example:The disease can lead to death.
stores (n.)
places where items are sold
Example:You can buy the cream at stores.
money (n.)
what you pay for goods
Example:Ask for your money back.
back (v.)
to return to the original place
Example:The company will take the cream back.
companies (n.)
businesses that sell products
Example:Many companies have stopped the product.
products (n.)
things that are sold
Example:The products were recalled.
call (v.)
to speak on the phone
Example:Call a doctor if you have questions.
doctor (n.)
a person who treats illness
Example:A doctor can help you.
questions (n.)
things you ask about
Example:Ask any questions you have.