Church & Dwight Co., Inc.

Church & Dwight Recalls Zicam and Orajel Nasal Swabs Due to Fungal Contamination Risk

- Church & Dwight Co., Inc. has issued a voluntary nationwide recall of all lots within expiry of Zicam Cold Remedy Nasal Swabs, Zicam Nasal AllClear Swabs, and Orajel Baby Teething Swabs due to potential fungal contamination in cotton swab components. - The contaminated swabs pose significant health risks including serious and life-threatening blood infections, particularly for children and individuals with compromised immune systems or underlying medical conditions. - No serious adverse events have been reported to date, but consumers are advised to stop using the products immediately and contact the company for full refunds. - The recall affects products distributed nationwide in the United States and Puerto Rico, while other Zicam and Orajel products remain unaffected by this safety action.