(WAND) - Nasal and baby teething swabs have been recalled due to potential microbial contamination.
Church & Dwight Co., Inc. is voluntarily recalling all lots within expiry of Zicam® Cold Remedy Nasal Swabs, Zicam® Nasal AllClear Swabs, and Orajel™ Baby Teething Swabs to the consumer level.
The products are being recalled due to fungi in cotton swab components. Swabs found to contain microbial contamination can potentially present a significant risk including serious and life-threatening blood infections in users whose nasal mucosa may be compromised due to inflammation and mechanical injuries.
The risk is highest (potentially severe or life-threatening) among children and individuals with compromised immune systems or other underlying medical conditions.
No serious illnesses associated with the affected product have been reported so far.
The recalled products were distributed nationwide in the United States and in Puerto Rico.
Recalled Product Information
- Zicam® Cold Remedy Nasal Swabs, with UPC 732216301205, all lots: A zinc-free, homeopathic cold remedy swab designed to shorten the duration of the common cold.
- Zicam® Nasal AllClear Swabs, with UPC 732216301656, all lots: A nasal cleansing swab product (discontinued in December 2024).
- Orajel™ Baby Teething Swabs, with UPC 310310400002, all lots: Pre-moistened swabs designed to soothe teething discomfort in infants and toddlers.
Those who have purchased any of the recalled products should stop using the product immediately. Visit www.churchdwightrecall.comExternal Link Disclaimer or call its Consumer Relations team at (800) 981-4710 for a full refund. Any additional questions can also be directed to its Consumer Relations team Monday through Friday, 9am – 5pm ET.
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