Kids’ cough syrup recalled nationwide due to microbial contamination
A recall has been issued for a children’s cough syrup from the brand Little Remedies due to microbial contamination. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued an alert on Wednesday, stating that Medtech Products Inc., the manufacturer of the brand, voluntarily recalled the product due to the presence of Bacillus cereus, a type of bacteria that can cause food-borne illnesses and loss of shelf-stability.
The affected product is the “Little Remedies® Honey Cough Syrup” with item number 7-56184-10737-9, which was distributed nationwide in retailers and online from Dec. 14, 2022 through June 4, 2025. The cough syrup comes in a 4-fluid-ounce amber bottle in an outer carton, with the lot code located on both the bottle label and the bottom of the carton.
The recall includes specific lot numbers, including Lot # 0039 with an expiry date of 11/2025, Lot # 0545 with an expiry date of 01/2026, Lot # 0640 with an expiry date of 02/2026, Lot # 0450 with an expiry date of 05/2026, and Lot # 1198 with an expiry date of 12/2026.
Although no serious adverse events have been reported so far, consumers who have the product are advised to stop using it immediately. Bacillus cereus can cause two types of food-borne illnesses, with symptoms including nausea, vomiting, stomach cramps, and diarrhea. Exposure to high levels of this bacteria can even lead to death.
If you believe you have experienced any problems related to the recalled product, it is recommended to contact your healthcare provider. For refund requests or inquiries, consumers can reach out to Medtech via email at medicalaffairs@prestigebrands.com, through their website at https://www.prestigebrands.com/contact, or by phone at (800) 754-8853.
Sara Moniuszko, a health and lifestyle reporter at CBSNews.com, provided this information. She has previously written for USA Today and now covers breaking and trending news for CBS News’ HealthWatch.
