FDA Recall Alert: Popular Cough Drops Pulled Throughout Louisiana

LOUISIANA - A new nationwide recall involving cough drops is raising concerns across the country, including right here in Louisiana. Federal health officials say the issue could impact products many families keep in their homes, especially during allergy season.

If you’ve recently stocked up on cough drops, here’s what you need to know right now.

Why These Cough Drops Are Being Recalled

According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, the recall was triggered after problems were discovered during an inspection of a manufacturing facility.

Officials say the recall stems from conditions identified at the production site, which may affect the safety or quality of the product according to AOL.com.

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Although details right now are a little thin, recalls like this are typically issued when there’s a risk that a product could be contaminated or not meet safety standards.

The FDA has designated this as a Class II recall, meaning exposure to the product may "cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences".

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What Cough Drops Are Being Recalled?

In Louisiana, the cough drops included in the FDA recall were mainly sold at CVS, Walgreens, Rite Aid, Kroger, and Family Dollar.

According to the press release posted by louisianafirstnews.com, some of the following cough drops sold in Louisiana and throughout the U.S. included in the recall are:

Exchange Select, Menthol Cough Suppressant Oral Anesthetic, Honey Lemon Flavor Cough Drops, 30-count bag - Lot number: 20241030, Exp Date: 10/30/2026, UPC: 614299398870.

Exchange Select, Menthol Cough Suppressant Oral Anesthetic, Cough Drops, Menthol Flavor, 30-count bag - Lot number: 20241030, Exp Date: 10/30/2026, UPC: 614299398887.

QC Quality Choice, Menthol Cough Suppressant Oral Anesthetic, Cough Drops, Sugar Free, Black Cherry Flavor, 25-count bag, distributed by CDMA, Inc. - Lot number: 20240720, Exp Date: 07/20/2026, UPC: 635515993372.

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QC Quality Choice, Menthol Cough Suppressant Oral Anesthetic, Cough Drops, Cherry Flavor, 30-count bag, distributed by CDMA, Inc. - Lot number: 20240524, Exp Date: 05/24/2026; Lot number: 20240720, Exp Date: 07/20/2026, UPC: 635515993372.

QC Quality Choice, Menthol Cough Suppressant Oral Anesthetic, Cough Drops, Honey Lemon Flavor, 30-count bag, distributed by CDMA, Inc. - Lot number: 20240720, Exp Date: 07/20/2026, UPC: 63551598673.

MGC Health, Menthol Cough Suppressant, Oral Anesthetic, Cough Drops, Sugar Free, Honey Lemon, 25-count bag, distributed by Medical Group Care, LLC. - Lot number: 20240524, Exp Date: 05/24/2026; Lot number: 20240720, Exp Date: 07/20/2026; Lot number: 20240730, Exp Date: 07/30/2026, UPC: 383173000085.

MGC Health, Menthol Cough Suppressant, Oral Anesthetic, Cough Drops, Honey Lemon, 30-count bag, distributed by Medical Group Care, LLC. - Lot number: 20240524, Exp Date: 05/24/2026, UPC: 383173000047.

View the entire list at louisiananewsfirst.com.

What Health Risks Are Possible?

As of now, thankfully the FDA has not confirmed any widespread injuries tied to this recall.

Health experts warn that even minor contamination could cause symptoms like nausea, stomach discomfort, allergic reactions, and more. In more serious cases, especially for children or those with weakened immune systems, complications could be more severe.