Department of Health issues voluntary recall alert for certain Robitussin Honey cough syrup products due to potential microbial contamination

Posted on Jan 24, 2024 in Newsroom

HONOLULU – The Hawai‘i State Department of Health (DOH) Food and Drug Branch is alerting residents to a voluntary recall by Haleon, manufacturer of Robitussin cough syrups. Specifically, eight lots of Robitussin Honey CF Max Day Adult and Robitussin Honey CF Max Nighttime Adult cough syrup products are being recalled due to microbial contamination. The recalled products were distributed nationally, including retail stores and pharmacies here in Hawai‘i. 

Immunocompromised individuals who use the affected product could potentially develop severe or life-threatening adverse effects, such as fungemia or disseminated fungal infection. Life-threatening infections are not likely to occur with non-immunocompromised individuals, however, the occurrence of an infection may necessitate medical intervention. Consumers should contact their physician or healthcare provider if they have experienced any problems that may be related to taking or using the product. To date, there have been no reports of adverse events attributed to the recalled products. 

The DOH Food and Drug Branch advises consumers to check the Lot Number and Expiration Date to determine if they possess the recalled product, stop consumption immediately, and safely dispose of the product or return it to place of purchase for a refund. For more information, customers may contact Haleon Customer Relations at 1-800-245-1040 (3:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. HST, Monday through Friday) or by email at [email protected]

Product descriptions and relevant information are listed below: 

Product Lot Number Exp. Date 
ROBITUSSIN HONEY CF MAX DAY ADULT 4oz T10810 31OCT2025 
ROBITUSSIN HONEY CF MAX DAY ADULT 8oz T08730 31MAY2025 
T08731 31MAY2025 
T08732 31MAY2025 
T08733 31MAY2025 
T10808 30SEP2025 
ROBITUSSIN HONEY CF MAX NT ADULT 8oz T08740 30JUN2026 
T08742 30JUN2026 

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