Moderate riskFDA DrugClass II

Children's NyQuil Cold & Flu recalled for insanitary conditions

Children's Nyquil Cold & Flu (Berry flavor, 8 oz bottles) distributed by Gold Star Distribution has been recalled due to insanitary conditions, including rodent activity, found in their distribution center. All unexpired lots distributed by this company are affected. No injuries have been reported.

From the FDA notice · Read the official notice ↗ · All Gold Star Distribution recalls

What to do

  1. Stop giving this medication to your child immediately
  2. Do not use any unexpired Children's Nyquil Cold & Flu bottles from Gold Star Distribution
  3. Check your medicine cabinet for affected products and contact your pharmacist or doctor if you have questions
  4. Return unused product to your pharmacy

Is yours affected?

Compare your label or packaging with the recalled product.

Product
CHILDREN NYQUIL, COLD&FLU, BERRY, 8oz, 12ct
Sold in
Nationwide
Made for
Children (4 years to 12 years)

This recall covers 27 products — see all of them.

Details

Illnesses reported
None reported
Manufactured in
1000 Humboldt Ave N, Minneapolis, MN, United States
Classification
Class II
Recall number
D-0274-2026

In the FDA's words

Description
CHILDREN NYQUIL, COLD&FLU, BERRY, 8oz, 12ct CGMP Deviations: Insanitary conditions including rodent exposure/activity in their distribution center. All lots within expiry distributed by Gold Star Distribution. Distribution: US Nationwide.
Hazard
CGMP Deviations: Insanitary conditions including rodent exposure/activity in their distribution center.

27 products in this recall

Advil, Tylenol and more OTC medicines recalled for rodent exposure

Gold Star Distribution is recalling 27 over-the-counter products, including pain relievers, cold and flu medicines, antacids, cough drops, skin and lip care, petroleum jelly, rubbing alcohol and mouthwash. The products were stored or distributed from a facility with insanitary conditions, including rodent exposure and activity. No injuries have been reported.

The agency lists each product separately. Check every one you might have.

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