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Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Recall alert: Orajel teething swabs pulled from shelves over potential fungal contamination
Orajel teething swabs recalled over fungal concerns—here's what parents should know If you have a stash of teething remedies tucked into your medicine cabinet, it may be time to take a second look. Church & Dwight Co., Inc. has issued a voluntary nationwide recall of several swab-based products—including certain Orajel Baby Teething Swabs—due to possible fungal contamination in the cotton tip component. The recall also includes two types of Zicam nasal swabs. According to the FDA's official alert, these fungi could pose a health risk, especially for children or individuals with weakened immune systems. This isn't a reason to panic—but it is a moment to pause and take action. Related: 1.7 million eggs recalled across 9 states after salmonella outbreak All lot numbers of the following products are affected: Orajel Baby Teething Swabs UPC: 310310400002Use: To soothe teething discomfort in babies and toddlers Zicam Cold Remedy Nasal Swabs UPC: 732216301205Use: Homeopathic swab meant to shorten cold duration Zicam Nasal AllClear Swabs UPC: 732216301656Use: Nasal cleansing swabs (discontinued in 2024) Important: This recall does not include other Orajel or Zicam products, such as gels or RapidMelts. Check your medicine cabinet for any of the products above. Look for the UPC code on the packaging. Stop using recalled products immediately. Visit or call 1‑800‑981‑4710 (Mon–Fri, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. ET) for a full refund. Dispose of the product safely—do not donate or give it away. Related: Check your fridge: Cucumber recall hits 15 states after salmonella outbreak The FDA says the risk is highest for individuals with inflamed nasal tissue or weakened immune systems, as the fungal contamination could lead to serious infections, especially in the bloodstream. But if your baby seems healthy and has shown no unusual symptoms, there's no immediate cause for alarm. Still, if you've recently used a recalled swab call your pediatrician and mention the recall for guidance. Recalls like these are unsettling—but they're also a sign that safety systems are working. If you've used these products, take a breath. Take the next step. You're doing the right thing by staying informed and responsive.
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Recall alert: Orajel teething swabs pulled from shelves over potential fungal contamination
Orajel teething swabs recalled over fungal concerns—here's what parents should know If you have a stash of teething remedies tucked into your medicine cabinet, it may be time to take a second look. Church & Dwight Co., Inc. has issued a voluntary nationwide recall of several swab-based products—including certain Orajel Baby Teething Swabs—due to possible fungal contamination in the cotton tip component. The recall also includes two types of Zicam nasal swabs. According to the FDA's official alert, these fungi could pose a health risk, especially for children or individuals with weakened immune systems. This isn't a reason to panic—but it is a moment to pause and take action. Related: 1.7 million eggs recalled across 9 states after salmonella outbreak All lot numbers of the following products are affected: Orajel Baby Teething Swabs UPC: 310310400002Use: To soothe teething discomfort in babies and toddlers Zicam Cold Remedy Nasal Swabs UPC: 732216301205Use: Homeopathic swab meant to shorten cold duration Zicam Nasal AllClear Swabs UPC: 732216301656Use: Nasal cleansing swabs (discontinued in 2024) Important: This recall does not include other Orajel or Zicam products, such as gels or RapidMelts. Check your medicine cabinet for any of the products above. Look for the UPC code on the packaging. Stop using recalled products immediately. Visit or call 1‑800‑981‑4710 (Mon–Fri, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. ET) for a full refund. Dispose of the product safely—do not donate or give it away. Related: Check your fridge: Cucumber recall hits 15 states after salmonella outbreak The FDA says the risk is highest for individuals with inflamed nasal tissue or weakened immune systems, as the fungal contamination could lead to serious infections, especially in the bloodstream. But if your baby seems healthy and has shown no unusual symptoms, there's no immediate cause for alarm. Still, if you've recently used a recalled swab call your pediatrician and mention the recall for guidance. Recalls like these are unsettling—but they're also a sign that safety systems are working. If you've used these products, take a breath. Take the next step. You're doing the right thing by staying informed and responsive.
Metro
10-06-2025
- Health
- Metro
Popular US remedy recalled over ‘life-threatening fungi' with kids most at risk
Nasal and baby teething swabs sold across the US have been recalled over fears of contamination with fungi. Church & Dwight Co, Inc, announced on Friday it is recalling its Zicam Cold Remedy Nasal Swabs, Zicam Nasal AllClear Swabs and Orajel Baby Teething Swabs on Friday 'due to potential microbial contamination identified as fungi in cotton swab components'. The swabs that are contaminated 'can potentially present a significant risk to the health and safety of consumers including serious and life-threatening blood infections in users whose nasal mucosa may be compromised due to inflammation and mechanical injuries', stated the announcement shared by the country's agency protecting public health. All lots of the three products are under the recall. Zicam Cold Remedy Nasal Swabs, designed to shorten the common cold, have the UPC number 732216301205. Zicam Nasal AllClear Swabs, meant for cleansing, were discontinued in December 2024 and have the UPC number 732216301656. Orajel Baby Teething Swabs, designed to soothe discomfort from teething, have the UPC number 310310400002. They were distributed nationwide and in Puerto Rico. Customers should stop using the swabs immediately and contact the company for a full refund. More Trending There have not been any reports of illness from the swabs, but any concerns should be flagged to the US Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program. 'The risk is highest (potentially severe or life-threatening) among children and individuals with compromised immune systems or other underlying medical conditions,' stated the notice from the FDA. Church & Dwight describes itself as a $4.9billion 'leading manufacturer of consumer household and personal care products' based in Ewing, New Jersey. It comes a few months after Ascent Consumer Products Inc recalled a lot of its SinuCleanse Soft Tip Squeeze Bottle Nasal Wash System nationwide due to tests confirming microbial contamination with Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus). That bacteria can also cause users with nasal mucosa inflammation or injuries to have blood infections. Get in touch with our news team by emailing us at webnews@ For more stories like this, check our news page. MORE: Costco and Amazon fitness product sold almost 4,000,000 times recalled over broken bones MORE: Mums 'in love triangle' fought in school playground in front of children MORE: Popular clothing retailer to close almost 200 more stores in 2025
USA Today
10-06-2025
- Health
- USA Today
Fungi concerns prompt recall for certain Orajel, Zicam products
Fungi concerns prompt recall for certain Orajel, Zicam products Church & Dwight said this recall is limited exclusively to certain Zicam and Orajel swab products. Show Caption Hide Caption How to brush your teeth better You can get cleaner teeth with this brushing routine. ProblemSolved, USA TODAY The manufacturer of Orajel teething swabs and Zicam cold relief products has voluntarily issued a nationwide recall due to possible fungal contamination, according to a notice posted by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Church & Dwight Co., Inc. announced the recall on Friday, June 6, for certain Zicam Cold Remedy Nasal Swabs, Zicam Nasal AllClear Swabs and Orajel Baby Teething Swabs. The affected products, which were distributed nationwide in the U.S. and Puerto Rico, may contain microbial contamination, identified as fungi, in the cotton swab components. Swabs containing fungi can potentially present "significant risk to the health and safety of consumers," including serious and life-threatening blood infections in consumers whose nasal cavity's mucous membrane lining may be compromised due to inflammation and mechanical injuries, according to the FDA recall notice. The health risks of using the recalled products are highest, and potentially severe or life-threatening, among children and people with compromised immune systems or other underlying medical conditions, according to the notice. What are the recalled Church & Dwight products? According to Church & Dwight, the recalled products include: 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. 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 that was discontinued in December 2024. A nasal cleansing swab product that was 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. What should consumers do? Individuals who have bought any of the recalled Church & Dwight products should stop using them immediately, according to the consumer goods company. Consumers can visit 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, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. ET. Adverse reactions or quality problems experienced while using the recalled products can be reported to the FDA's MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program online, by regular mail or by fax. Individuals can complete and submit the report online. According to Church & Dwight, this recall is limited exclusively to Zicam and Orajel swab products. All other Zicam and Orajel products, including Zicam RapidMelts, are not affected by this recall.
Yahoo
10-06-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Zicam, Orajel swab products recalled, Hawaii health officials say
Orajel Baby Teething Swabs ; UPC 310310400002 1 /3 Orajel Baby Teething Swabs ; UPC 310310400002 Zicam Nasal AllClear Swabs ; UPC 732216301656 2 /3 Zicam Nasal AllClear Swabs ; UPC 732216301656 Zicam Cold Remedy Nasal Swabs ; UPC 732216301205 3 /3 Zicam Cold Remedy Nasal Swabs ; UPC 732216301205 Orajel Baby Teething Swabs ; UPC 310310400002 Zicam Nasal AllClear Swabs ; UPC 732216301656 Zicam Cold Remedy Nasal Swabs ; UPC 732216301205 Hawaii Department of Health officials alerted residents today of a recall of some Zicam and Orajel brand products due to potential microbial contamination of their cotton swabs. The recalled products by Church & Dwight Co. Inc. of New Jersey were distributed nationwide, including at supermarkets and drug stores in Hawaii, health officials said. The recalled products include, according to the Health Department :—Zicam Cold Remedy Nasal Swabs ; UPC 732216301205 ; all Lots.—Zicam Nasal AllClear Swabs ; UPC 732216301656 ; all Lots. The product was discontinued in December.—Orajel Baby Teething Swabs ; UPC 310310400002 ; all Lots. Church & Dwight voluntarily recalled the products Friday due to potential microbial contamination identified as fungi in cotton swam components, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. To date, no serious adverse events associated with the recalled products have been reported. 'Swabs containing microbial contamination may potentially present a significant risk to the health and safety of consumers, including serious and life-threatening blood infections in users whose nasal mucosa may be compromised due to inflammation and /or injury, ' Hawaii officials said in a news release. 'The risk is potentially severe or life-threatening among children and individuals with compromised immune systems or other underlying medical conditions.' Symptoms of a microbial infection may include fever, nasal congestion, headache, one-sided facial swelling and /or face pain. The department advises residents to contact their health care providers immediately if they are experiencing any unusual issues or symptoms after recent use of any of the recalled products. The department's Food and Drug Branch is following up with local stores to ensure the recalled products are no longer available for sale, officials said. Consumers can verify if they purchased the recalled products based on the UPC markings printed beneath the bar code. Consumers should stop using the product immediately and can contactChurch & Dwight Co. Inc. with questions and for a refund at 800-981-4710. See more : 1 Comments By participating in online discussions you acknowledge that you have agreed to the. An insightful discussion of ideas and viewpoints is encouraged, but comments must be civil and in good taste, with no personal attacks. If your comments are inappropriate, you may be banned from posting. Report comments if you believe they do not follow our. Having trouble with comments ? .
