Guaifenesin DM Cherry Liquid (Perrigo) – Incorrect Dose Markings (2016)
Class II: A situation in which use of, or exposure to, a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote
Class II recall indicates potential for temporary health effects.
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Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Guaifenesin DM Cherry liquid (guaifenesin 100 mg/5 mL and Dextromethorphan HBr 5 mg/5 mL), packaged in 4oz. bottles, co-packaged with a dosing cup in a carton and sold under the following: a) Sunmark, Children's Mucus Relief Cough, Guaifenesin 100 mg/Expectorant, Dextromethorphan HBr 5 mg/Cough Suppressant, Cherry Flavor, 4 FL OZ (118 mL) Bottle, Alcohol Free, Gluten Free, Distributed by: McKesson, San Francisco, CA 94104, NDC 49348-828-34; b) Rite-Aid, Children's Mucus Relief Cough, Guaifenesin
Brand
Perrigo Company PLC
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Lot #s: 5LK0528, 5LK0630, 5LK0779, Exp 03/17
Products Sold
Lot #s: 5LK0528, 5LK0630, 5LK0779, Exp 03/17
Perrigo Company PLC is recalling Guaifenesin DM Cherry liquid (guaifenesin 100 mg/5 mL and Dextromethorphan HBr 5 mg/5 mL), packaged due to Defective Delivery System: Firm recalled Guaifenesin liquid and Guaifenesin DM liquid due incorrect dose markings on the dosing cups.. This is a Class I recall, indicating a high risk of serious health consequences. Based on FDA drug enforcement report.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
Defective Delivery System: Firm recalled Guaifenesin liquid and Guaifenesin DM liquid due incorrect dose markings on the dosing cups.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
Consumers should stop using the product and contact the recalling firm, their healthcare provider, or return it to the place of purchase.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) directly.
View official FDA recall noticePage updated: Jan 7, 2026