Robitussin Cough Syrup Recalled Nationwide

Some bottles of Robitussin cough syrup are being recalled  nationwide.  Bottles of Robitussin Honey CF Max Day Adult and Robitussin Honey CF Max Nighttime Adult are being recalled due to "microbial contamination," according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.  The affected products were distributed to stores and pharmacy suppliers across the country.

The cough syrup maker Haleon says the over-the-counter products are meant to be used for the temporary relief of cold, flu, hay fever and other respiratory allergy symptoms.

Eight lots of the Robitussin Honey CF Max Day Adult and Robitussin Honey CF Max Nighttime Adult have been recalled, including four and eight ounce bottles.

"Use of the affected product could potentially result in "severe or life-threatening adverse events such as fungemia or disseminated fungal infection" in immunocompromised individuals," according to a statement from the FDA.

Haleon is in the process of notifying its distributors and customers about the recall.  Customers should return the recalled cough syrup to the point of purchase for a refund.  "Consumers that have purchased the product listed should stop consumption immediately," said the company statement.

The Recall Involves the Following Lots:

As of January 24, the company said it had not received any reports of illness due to the recalled products, according to the FDA notice.  You should contact your physician or healthcare provider if you experience any problems that could be related to taking or using the affected products.

Consumers with questions can contact the Haleon company  at 1-800-245-1040 (Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Eastern Time) or contact them via email at mystory.us@haleon.com.