The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-1790-2012·Announced 2012-08-01

Duane Reade Recalls Pediatric Oral Electrolyte Solution for Deficient Sodium and Potassium

Duane Reade is recalling Pediatric Oral Electrolyte Solution in Fruit Punch flavor due to deficient sodium and potassium content. The product was distributed in New York and New Jersey.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II. The hazard is a deficiency in sodium and potassium content, which is a labeling/formulation error rather than a high-risk pathogen or structural defect, and no illnesses or injuries are reported in the source text.

Plain-English summary

Duane Reade Inc is recalling Pediatric Oral Electrolyte Solution, Fruit Punch flavor, because the product has deficient sodium and potassium content. The recalled item is an 8 FL OZ (236 mL) oral electrolyte solution intended to help replace fluids and electrolytes.

The recall affects Item #51070-8-4 with Lot #6756-2. The product was distributed in New York and New Jersey. The source text does not specify the number of units recalled or the specific retail locations.

Consumers who have this product should stop using it and contact Duane Reade at (866)375-6925 for further instructions. The recall is classified as FDA Class II.

The recalled product

Product
Pediatric electrolyte, Fruit Punch flavor---oral electrolyte solution---helps replace fluids & electrolytes---8 FL OZ (236 mL)---UPC Code: 31191129235 Distributed by Duane Reade/(866)375-6925---440 Ninth Ave., NY, NY 10001---Item #51070-8-4-
Manufacturer
Duane Reade Inc

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)

  • Item # 51070-8-4
  • Lot #6756-2

Distribution

Distributed in 2 states: