The Recall Desk
LowFDA (Drugs)·D-0800-2016·Announced 2016-04-06

Pfizer Recalls Robitussin Peak Cold Liquid Due to Labeling Error

Pfizer is recalling 63,636 bottles of Robitussin Peak Cold Liquid nationwide due to a label mix-up. Consumers should stop using the product and return it to the point of purchase.

What this means for you

Cosmetic or documentation issue. No expected health impact, but the manufacturer is correcting the affected products.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class III, which the rubric defines as typically resulting in a score of 1 or 2 because it is unlikely to cause adverse health consequences. The specific hazard is a labeling error.

Plain-English summary

Pfizer Inc is voluntarily recalling 63,636 bottles of Adult Robitussin PEAK COLD Cough & Chest Congestion DM Liquid (8 oz. / 237 mL). The recall is being conducted due to a labeling error described as a "Label Mix-Up." The affected product is identified by Lot # R29364 and has an expiration date of 10/17.

The product was distributed nationwide. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has classified this recall as Class III, which indicates that use of or exposure to the violative product is not likely to cause adverse health consequences.

Consumers who have this product should stop using it and return it to the place of purchase for a refund or contact Pfizer for further instructions.

The recalled product

Product
Adult Robitussin PEAK COLD Cough & Chest Congestion DM Liquid 8 oz. Bottle (237 mL), Distributed by Pfizer, Madison, NJ 07940, NDC 0031-8736-18
Manufacturer
Pfizer Inc
Affected units
63,636

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (2)

  • Lot #: R29364
  • Exp. 10/17

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.