Hey, I want to discuss something crucial with you—especially if you have kids at home. Chances are you used to have this or you may still have it in your medicine cabinet: a bottle of Little Remedies Honey Cough Syrup. If so, you are going to need to know this—Medtech Products Inc. has just issued a nationwide recall for some batches of this syrup. And it is not just for a few common reasons: it’s about the bacterial contamination threat, which could make your child sick.
What is going on?
On June 19, 2025, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a recall of five specific lot numbers of Little Remedies Honey Cough Syrup because they were found to contain a bacterium that may cause foodborne illness. For many, relatively short-term problems of nausea, vomiting, stomach cramps, and diarrhea are on the cards, but supposedly with a high-level exposure, the FDA cautions that death might occur. Now, that’s serious.
Which bottles are affected?
Let’s go over the exact ones that were recalled so you can check your bottle at home. The syrup comes in a 4-ounce amber bottle, and the lot number is printed both on the label and on the bottom of the outer box. Here are the recalled batches:
UPC: 7-56184-10737-9
Lot Numbers and Expiration Dates:
- 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
These bottles were sold nationwide from December 14, 2022, through June 4, 2025, so it doesn’t matter where you live—you might have picked it up at a pharmacy or ordered it online.
What should you do if you have it?
First, don’t give it to your child. Even if they seem fine, it’s not worth the risk. The best thing you can do is throw it away and reach out to Medtech for a refund.
If your child has already taken the syrup and starts showing signs like upset stomach, diarrhea, or vomiting, contact your pediatrician or healthcare provider right away. So far, no serious illnesses have been reported, but better to play it safe.
How to get a refund or ask questions
Medtech says it will reimburse anyone who bought the recalled product. If you need help, here’s how to contact them:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: 1-800-754-8853 (Weekdays from 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. ET)
- Online: Contact form on their website
And just to be clear, no other Little Remedies products are included in this recall. It’s just this honey cough syrup for now.
It’s a good reminder that even trusted brands can run into problems, so always double-check your labels. Stay safe, and don’t forget to tell other parents you know—just in case they haven’t heard yet.
