Medtech Products Inc. (a Prestige Consumer Healthcare company) is recalling five lots of Little Remedies® Honey Cough Syrup.
The issue: testing showed the presence of Bacillus cereus (B. cereus), a bacteria that can cause foodborne illness. Symptoms may include:
Nausea, vomiting, and stomach cramps (within 1–6 hours)
Diarrhea and abdominal cramps (within 8–16 hours)
Most healthy people may only feel sick for a short time, but in rare cases, exposure to high levels of B. cereus can be dangerous or even fatal.
So far, no serious injuries or illnesses have been reported related to this recall.
Which Products Are Affected
This recall applies only to Little Remedies® Honey Cough Syrup 4 FL OZ (118 mL) bottles sold in cartons.
Check the lot code on the bottle label or the bottom of the carton. Affected products include:
UPC: 7-56184-10737-9
Lots/Expirations:
0039 – 11/2025
0545 – 01/2026
0640 – 02/2026
0450 – 05/2026
1198 – 12/2026
No other Little Remedies® products are part of this recall.
What You Should Do
Stop using the product immediately. If you or your child feel unwell after using it, contact a healthcare provider right away. You may request a refund or reimbursement if you purchased an affected lot.
Key Dates or Safety Alerts
Company Announcement Date: June 17, 2025
FDA Publish Date: June 18, 2025
Hazard: Possible foodborne illness due to bacterial contamination
How to Request a Refund or Report the Issue
Contact Medtech (Prestige Consumer Healthcare)
Phone: 1-800-754-8853 (Mon–Fri, 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM ET)
Email: [email protected]
Online: Prestige Brands Contact Page
Report adverse reactions to FDA MedWatch
Online: fda.gov/safety/recalls
By mail/fax: Call 1-800-332-1088 for a form
