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⚠️ Nationwide Recall Issued for Popular Cough Drops Over Quality Concerns

Multiple brands pulled from shelves after FDA inspection, consumers urged to check lot numbers and stop use immediately

⚠️ Public Health Alert: Cough Drop Recall (April 2026)

 

A voluntary nationwide recall has been issued for several brands of cough drops and throat lozenges following quality concerns identified during an FDA inspection of a manufacturing facility overseas.

The recall has been classified as Class II, meaning the products may cause temporary or reversible health effects, but are unlikely to result in serious harm.

🧴 Affected Brands Include:

  • QC Quality Choice
  • MGC Health
  • Exchange Select
  • Caring Mill
  • Discount Drug Mart

These products were sold in a variety of flavors (including menthol, honey lemon, and cherry), typically in 25 to 90-count bags, with expiration dates extending into 2026.


🔍 What to Look For:

Check packaging for the following lot numbers:
20240524 • 20240720 • 20240730 • 20241030 and more

 


✅ What You Should Do:

  • Stop using the product immediately
  • Check packaging for affected brands and lot numbers
  • Return to the place of purchase for a full refund

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