The recall affects 4 oz. bottles distributed across the United States between December 2022 and June 2025 through retail stores and online.
TARRYTOWN, N.Y. — A natural children’s cough syrup was recalled Tuesday due to health concerns and product stability, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Medtech Products Inc., a subsidiary of Prestige Consumer Healthcare Inc., issued the voluntary recall of Little Remedies Honey Cough Syrup because it may be contaminated with Bacillus cereus. The bacteria can cause food-borne illnesses.
The recall affects 4 oz. bottles distributed across the United States between December 2022 and June 2025 through retail stores and online. The cough syrup is intended for use by children one year and older.
No “adverse events” have yet been reported. Symptoms include nausea, vomiting, stomach cramps and diarrhea starting between one and 16 hours after exposure to a contaminated product.
Exposure to “high levels” of the bacteria can cause death, according to the FDA.
Medtech encourages parents and guardians to contact a physician or healthcare provider if they or their child have experienced any problems that may be related to the use of the cough syrup.
Impacted bottles have a Lot # and expiration date of the following:
- LOT 0039, EXP 11/2025
- LOT 0545, EXP 01/2026
- LOT 0640, EXP 02/2026
- LOT 0450, EXP 05/2026
- LOT 1198, EXP 12/2026
Lot numbers and expiration dates can be found on the box and the bottle.
If a product matches the recalled lots, consumers should stop using it immediately.
Medtech Products Inc. is offering full reimbursements for recalled products and can be contacted by email at medicalaffairs@prestigebrands.com, through its website at https://www.prestigebrands.com/contactExternal Link Disclaimer, or by phone at (800) 754-8853 on Monday – Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. ET
