Church & Dwight Co., Inc. is voluntarily recalling all lots within expiration of its Zicam Cold Remedy Nasal Swabs, Zicam Nasal AllClear Swabs, and Orajel Baby Teething Swabs due to potential microbial contamination. The affected products were distributed nationwide in the US and Puerto Rico.
The recalled swabs contain fungi in their cotton components, which can pose a risk to consumers, particularly children and individuals with compromised immune systems. Although no serious adverse events have been reported, the company is taking precautions to ensure consumer safety.
Consumers who have purchased any of the affected products should stop using them immediately and contact the Consumer Relations team at (800) 981-4710 for a full refund. They can also report any concerns or quality problems online through the FDA’s MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program.
This recall is limited to Zicam and Orajel swab products, excluding other Zicam RapidMelts. Consumers can visit www.churchdwightrecall.com for more information.
Source: https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/church-dwight-co-inc-issues-voluntary-nationwide-recall-zicamr-cold-remedy-nasal-swabs-zicamr-nasal