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Pharmaranks rates E-Z Scrub 3.5/5 for recall safety — an independent score from its FDA recall history and its manufacturer's record. E-Z Scrub (Hexachlorophene) is a medication used to treat Acne Vulgaris.

Hexachlorophene · by Becton Dickinson Co

70/100Limited · 1 source

Based on 1 source · Recall-safety score from FDA recall history — this product's own recalls and its manufacturer's record. Not an efficacy or quality rating. methodology →

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 22, 2026·How we rate
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Key facts

Active ingredient
Hexachlorophene
Form
Sponge
Strength
Hexachlorophene 450MG
Type
Prescription (Rx)
Brand or generic
Brand-name
May treat
acne vulgaris
FDA application
NDA017452
Availability
Discontinued (per FDA)

May treat (source: NIH RxClass)

Dosage forms

Sponge

The forms currently marketed in the U.S., per the FDA National Drug Code Directory.

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Frequently asked questions

What does E-Z Scrub treat?
E-Z Scrub (Hexachlorophene) may be used to treat acne vulgaris, based on NIH RxClass drug-classification data (conditions a drug may treat — not a verbatim copy of the FDA-approved label). This is general reference, not medical advice.
How is E-Z Scrub rated?
pharmaranks gives E-Z Scrub a composite score of 3.5 out of 5, currently based on 1 weighted source (FDA regulatory recall-safety data weighted highest). See our methodology at /how-we-rate.
Is there a coupon or discount for E-Z Scrub?
pharmaranks is an independent ratings site, not a pharmacy — we don't issue coupons or sell E-Z Scrub. To pay less, ask your prescriber or pharmacist whether a generic equivalent exists, check the manufacturer's copay/savings card and patient-assistance program, and compare a pharmacy discount card against your insurance copay. Prices vary by pharmacy, insurance, and location, so always confirm at the counter. This is general reference, not medical or financial advice.
Who makes E-Z Scrub?
E-Z Scrub is marketed by Becton Dickinson Co. You can see Becton Dickinson Co's full profile, rating, and other products on pharmaranks.
Is E-Z Scrub a brand-name or generic drug?
E-Z Scrub is a brand-name product with the active ingredient Hexachlorophene.
Is E-Z Scrub available over the counter?
No. E-Z Scrub is a prescription (Rx) medication in the US — you need a prescription from a licensed clinician (in person or via telehealth); it isn't sold over the counter. For some conditions there are OTC alternatives — ask your pharmacist.
What forms does E-Z Scrub come in?
E-Z Scrub is currently marketed as sponge, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory.
Is E-Z Scrub FDA-registered?
E-Z Scrub is on record with the U.S. FDA under application number NDA017452. You can verify this on its official FDA label.
Has E-Z Scrub been recalled by the FDA?
E-Z Scrub has no FDA recalls recorded under its own application in the openFDA enforcement database. Its recall-safety score reflects its manufacturer's overall recall record. This is general reference, not medical advice — check the FDA recall database for the latest alerts.
Is E-Z Scrub safe?
There's no single safe-or-not verdict. pharmaranks gives E-Z Scrub a recall-safety score of 70/100, based on its FDA recall history (no recalls under its own FDA application) — not an efficacy or side-effect rating. Review its FDA-label side effects and warnings before use, and always consult a licensed professional.

Information is sourced from public FDA regulatory data. Provided for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional and the current prescribing information.

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