There may be a defect with the dosage cup
of ConsumerAffairs
Perrigo Company of Dublin, Ireland, is recalling two batches of its children's guaifenesin grape liquid (100mg/5 mL) and 3 batches of its children's guaifenesin DM cherry liquid (100mg guaifenesin and 5mg dextromethorphan HBr/ 5 ml).
Some packages contain an oral dosing cup with incorrect dose markings.
No reports related of overdose have been received to date.
The following products are being recalled:
GUAIFENESIN GRAPE LIQ 4 OZ
| Label | Lot number | Expiry |
|---|---|---|
| H.E.B | 5LK0592 | 08/2017 |
| CVS | 5MK0340 | 08/2017 |
GUAIFENESIN DM CHRY LIQ 4 OZ
| Label | Lot number | Expiry |
|---|---|---|
| Sunmark | 5LK0528, 5LK0630 | 03/2017 |
| Rite-Aid | 5LK0528, 5LK0630 | 03/2017 |
| Topcare | 5LK0528, 5LK0630, 5LK0779 | 03/2017 |
| Kroger | 5LK0528, 5LK0630 | 03/2017 |
| GoodSense | 5LK0528 | 03/2017 |
| Dollar General | 5LK0630 | 03/2017 |
| Care One | 5LK0630 | 03/2017 |
| CVS | 5LK0630 | 03/2017 |
These OTC products are indicated for helping loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions and making coughs more productive, as well as in the case of the DM product to temporarily relieve coughs due to minor throat irritations, the intensity of coughing and the impulse to cough.
The recalled products are sold by distributors through retail stores.
Customers who have the recalled product should discard the dosing device and product and may call Perrigo, toll free, Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM EST, at 1-888-345-0479, or visit mucusreliefrecall.com/