The co-packaged oral syringe may be defective
of ConsumerAffairs
The Perrigo Company is recalling its acetaminophen infant suspension liquid, 160 mg/5 mL, sold in 2-oz. and 4-oz. bottles with syringes in a box under the store brand products listed below:
| Label | Batches |
|---|---|
| BABIES R US | 3KK0606 |
| CARE ONE | 3HK0564 |
| EQUALINE | 3HK0672 |
| EQUATE | 3HK0672, 3JK0433, 3JK0594, 3JK0595, 3JK0653, 3JK0673, 3KK0815, 3KK0817 |
| HARMON FACE VALUES | 3JK0594 |
| HEALTH MART | 3HK0671 |
| HEALTHY ACCENTS | 3HK0671, 3KK0606 |
| HEB | 3KK0606 |
| KROGER | 3GK0645, 3GK0704, 3HK0671, 3JK0433, 3JK0595, 3JK0653, 3JK0433, 3JK0595, 3GK0645, 3GK0704, 3JK0595 |
| LEADER DRUG | 3JK0433, 3JK0594 |
| MEIJER | 3JK0594, 3JK0597 |
| PUBLIX | 3JK0595 |
| RITE AID | 3GK0704 |
| TOPCARE | 3KK0359, 3KK0494 |
| UP & UP | 3HK0672 |
| WALGREEN | 3GK0704, 3HK0564, 3HK0671, 3JK0433, 3JK0595, 3JK0610, 3KK0360 |
A small number of packages might contain an oral dosing syringe without dose markings. The correct syringe should have a white or yellow plunger with specific dose markings for 1.25 mL, 2.5 mL, 3.75 mL, and 5 mL. If the product's syringe has these dose markings, consumers can continue to use the product while following labeled use instructions.
Using an oral syringe without dose markings can result in inaccurate dosing, especially in infants who could get too high a dose.
The products, which are sold over the counter, is indicated for the relief of fever and minor aches and pains and can be used in infants, children and adults. They are sold by distributors nationwide and distributed through retail stores.
Perrigo is notifying its distributors and customers and arranging for return of all recalled products.