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Bacteria that can cause vomiting, diarrhea gets kids' cough syrup recalled
Parents, guardians and all who care for kids should check their medicine cabinets after a children's cough syrup was recalled for a foodborne bacteria that can cause myriad problems.
And, in extreme cases, cause death.
Medtech Products' recall notice, posted to the FDA website, said it recalled five lots of Little Remedies Honey Cough Syrup for the 'presence of Bacillus cereus and loss of shelf-stability.'
That bacteria can bring on two kinds of foodborne illnesses.
'One type is characterized by nausea, vomiting, and stomach cramps that can start one to six hours after eating or drinking contaminated food,' Medtech's notice said. 'The second type can cause stomach cramps and diarrhea that can start eight to 16 hours after eating or drinking contaminated food.
'Although healthy individuals may suffer only short-term illness, exposure to high levels of foodborne B. cereus can cause death.'
Recalled lot Nos. are 0039, expiration date 11/2025; 0545, expiration date 1/2026; 0640, expiration date 2/2026; 0450, expiration date 5/2026; and 1198, expiration date 12/2026.
For refunds, Medtech is asking customers to go to the Prestige Brands website, email medicalaffairs@ or call 800-754-8853, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Eastern time.
Any medical problems should be taken to a medical professional first. Then notify the FDA's MedWatch program by filling out a report online. After that, tell Medtech.
