Medtech Products Inc. Issues Nationwide Recall of Little Remedies® Honey Cough Syrup Due to Microbial Contamination

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Medtech Products Inc., a Prestige Consumer Healthcare company, has initiated a nationwide voluntary recall of five lots of Little Remedies® Honey Cough Syrup due to Bacillus cereus contamination and loss of shelf-stability. The affected lots were distributed across the United States through retailers and online from December 2022 through June 2025. The contamination can cause two types of food-borne illnesses, with symptoms including nausea, vomiting, stomach cramps, and diarrhea. While healthy individuals may experience short-term illness, high levels of B. cereus exposure can be fatal. The recall affects 4 FL OZ bottles with specific lot numbers and expiration dates ranging from 11/2025 to 12/2026. No serious adverse events have been reported to date. The company is offering reimbursement for affected products and has established multiple contact channels for consumer inquiries.

Positive

• No serious adverse events reported to date
• Company proactively initiating voluntary recall before any serious incidents
• Multiple contact channels established for consumer support and reimbursement
• Clear identification of affected lots and expiration dates provided

Negative

• Potential serious health risk from Bacillus cereus contamination
• Five lots of product affected across nationwide distribution
• Loss of shelf-stability in affected products
• Extended period of affected distribution (December 2022 through June 2025)

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TARRYTOWN, N.Y., June 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Medtech Products Inc., a Prestige Consumer Healthcare Inc. company (“Medtech” or “Company”), is voluntarily recalling five lots of Little Remedies® Honey Cough Syrup (the “Product”) due to the presence of Bacillus cereus and loss of shelf-stability. Bacillus cereus (B. cereus) can cause two types of food-borne illnesses. One type is characterized by nausea, vomiting, and stomach cramps that can start 1 to 6 hours after eating or drinking contaminated food. The second type can cause stomach cramps and diarrhea that can start 8 to 16 hours after eating or drinking contaminated food. Diarrhea may be a small volume or profuse and watery. Although healthy individuals may suffer only short-term illness, exposure to high levels of foodborne B. cereus can cause death.

The affected lots were distributed nationwide in the United States through retailers and online from 12/14/2022 through 06/04/2025.

The table below identifies the UPC, lot numbers, and expiration dates of the Little Remedies® Honey Cough Syrup impacted by this recall.

Item UPC	Lot #	Exp. Date
7-56184-10737-9	0039	11/2025
	0545	01/2026
	0640	02/2026
	0450	05/2026
	1198	12/2026

Little Remedies® Honey Cough Syrup is packaged in a 4 FL OZ (118 mL) amber bottle and is sold in an outer carton with the Lot Code appearing both on the bottle label and on the bottom of the carton (images below).

This recall does not include any other Little Remedies® products.

Bottle Label:

Carton:

No serious adverse events have been reported to date.

All lots of Little Remedies® Honey Cough 4 FL OZ (118 mL) still within expiry are being included in the scope of the recall.

Consumers who have the recalled Product should stop using it immediately and should contact their physician or healthcare provider if they have experienced any problems that may be related to the use of this Product. The company will also offer reimbursement for consumers who have purchased Products from the recalled lots.

Consumers with refund requests or questions regarding this recall can contact Medtech via e-mail at medicalaffairs@prestigebrands.com, through its website at https://www.prestigebrands.com/contact, or by phone at (800) 754-8853 on Monday – Friday 8:30-5:30 eastern time.

Adverse reactions or quality problems experienced with the use of this product may be reported to the FDA's MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program either online, by regular mail or by fax.

• Complete and submit the report Online: www.fda.gov/medwatch/report.htm
• Regular Mail or Fax: Download form www.fda.gov/MedWatch/getforms.htm or call 1-800-332-1088 to request a reporting form, then complete and return to the address on the pre-addressed form, or submit by fax to 1-800-FDA-0178.

This recall is being conducted with the knowledge of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Photos accompanying this announcement are available at

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FAQ

What lots of Little Remedies Honey Cough Syrup are affected by the PBH recall?

Five lots are affected with UPC 7-56184-10737-9 and lot numbers 0039, 0545, 0640, 0450, and 1198, with expiration dates ranging from 11/2025 to 12/2026.

What are the health risks associated with the recalled Little Remedies cough syrup?

The contamination can cause two types of food-borne illnesses with symptoms including nausea, vomiting, stomach cramps, and diarrhea. High levels of B. cereus exposure can be fatal.

How can consumers get a refund for recalled Little Remedies Honey Cough Syrup?

Consumers can contact Medtech for reimbursement via email at medicalaffairs@prestigebrands.com, through their website, or by phone at (800) 754-8853 Monday-Friday 8:30-5:30 ET.

Have there been any reported illnesses from the contaminated Little Remedies cough syrup?

No serious adverse events have been reported to date related to this contamination.

What should consumers do if they have the recalled Little Remedies cough syrup?

Consumers should immediately stop using the product and contact their healthcare provider if they've experienced any problems. They can then seek reimbursement through the company's provided channels.