Updated 6/10/2025
Church & Dwight Co., Inc. is voluntarily recalling all lots of Zicam® Cold Remedy Nasal Swabs, Zicam® Nasal AllClear Swabs, and Orajel™ Baby Teething Swabs in the United States and Puerto Rico that are within their expiration dates.
Zicam® Cold Remedy Nasal Swabs are being voluntarily recalled due to potential fungi contamination in some cotton swab components, which can potentially present a significant risk to the health and safety of consumers. Zicam® Nasal AllClear Swabs and Orajel™ Baby Teething Swabs are being recalled out of an abundance of caution because they use the same cotton swab component.
The risk is highest (potentially severe or life-threatening) among children and individuals with compromised immune systems or other underlying medical conditions.
We are continuing our investigations, which includes further microbial testing to better understand the scope of microbial contamination. In preliminary testing, we have identified the potential presence of Penicillium sumatraense, Penicillium citrinum, and/or Exophiala spinifera in some swabs. These findings are based on limited testing and are not yet conclusive. We are actively conducting further investigations to determine the extent of the contamination and to assess the potential presence of other organisms. Therefore, we encourage you to periodically visit this website for any updates.
If you are experiencing symptoms or have other healthcare concerns, please seek medical attention promptly.
Consumers who have purchased any of the recalled products should stop using the product immediately.
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.
To determine if your Zicam or Orajel product is included in the scope of this recall, please click the appropriate brand below. Any additional questions can also be directed to our Consumer Relations team at (800) 981-4710 team Monday through Friday, 9am – 5pm ET.
This recall is being conducted with the knowledge of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
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