The Recall Desk
LowFDA (Drugs)·D-419-2013·Announced 2013-05-29

Rite Aid Tussin Cough Syrup Recalled for Precipitate Presence

Aaron Industries is recalling Rite Aid brand Tussin Cough & Cold Mucus Relief CF due to the presence of white precipitate, identified as the active ingredient guaifenesin.

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 agency classified this as an FDA Class III recall, which is defined as unlikely to cause adverse health consequences. The precipitate is an active ingredient that dissolves when shaken or warmed, indicating a cosmetic or stability issue rather than a toxic hazard.

Plain-English summary

Aaron Industries Inc is recalling 27,144 bottles of Rite Aid brand Maximum Strength Tussin Cough & Cold Mucus Relief CF. The product is a 4 oz. liquid containing dextromethorphan HBr 10 mg, guaifenesin 200 mg, and phenylephrine HCl 5 mg. The recall involves Lot # 82507 and 82720, distributed by Rite Aid in Camp Hill, PA.

The recall was initiated because a white substance, confirmed to be guaifenesin (an active ingredient), was observed in some bottles. The source text notes that if the product is shaken or warmed, the white particles go into the solution.

The affected product was distributed nationwide in the US, specifically in Maryland, Michigan, Alabama, North Carolina, Connecticut, New York, Pennsylvania, Oregon, and West Virginia. Consumers should check their medication for the specific lot numbers and UPC code 0 11822 57307 8.

The recalled product

Product
Rite Aid brand Maximum Strength Tussin Cough & Cold Mucus Relief CF, (dextromethorphan HBr 10 mg, guaifenesin 200 mg and phenylephrine HCl 5 mg), 4 oz. package size, Distributed by: Rite Aid, Camp Hill, PA --- UPC Code: 0 11822 57307 8.
Manufacturer
Aaron Industries Inc
Category
Drug — Cough & Cold
Hazard
Affected units
27,144

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 (1)

  • Lot # 82507 and 82720.

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

The notice also names 9 states specifically:

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