Kids' Allergy Remedy Recalled Over Possible Microbial Contamination

A company is voluntarily recalling a specific lot of its nasal swab allergy remedy for kids because of possible microbial contamination. The products were sold nationwide.

Testing by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) found that some products had "elevated levels" of yeast and mold and may also contain Bacillus cereus, the company announcement posted on the FDA website noted.

Bacillus cereus is a pathogen that's said to be widespread in the environment and can commonly be found in the soil. It can produce spores that are resistant to heat and desiccation as well as toxins that can cause gastrointestinal illness after ingestion of contaminated food.

In the case of Buzzagogo Inc.'s Allergy Bee Gone for Kids Nasal Swab Remedy, the product is intended to reduce seasonal allergy symptoms. It is not ingested but is used via topical nasal application.

Immunocompromised individuals who use an affected product may experience "life-threatening adverse events" — from bacteremia/sepsis to invasive fungal rhinosinusitis, according to the company announcement. On the other hand, those who are not immunocompromised may experience "infectious complications" such as noninvasive fungal rhinosinusitis after using an affected product.

The non-immunocompromised population is said to be "most likely" to use the product. They are also more likely to experience less severe infections and respond to treatments "more readily," the company noted.

"To date, Buzzagogo, Inc. has not received any complaints related to microbial concerns or reports of adverse events related to this recalled lot," the company announcement said.

The recall specifically affects Allergy Bee Gone for Kids Nasal Swab Remedy with lot 2006491, UPC 860002022116 and the expiration date of 8/2024. This was distributed nationwide via the company's website, Amazon.com, retail stores and distributors.

Those who may have bought an affected product are being advised to stop using it. Instead, they should discard it and contact the company at recall@buzzagogo.com to get a full refund. Consumers with questions about the recall may also call the company at (800) 963-2861.

"Buzzagogo, Inc. places the utmost emphasis on patient safety and product quality at every step in the manufacturing and supply chain process," the company noted. "We seek to minimize all inconvenience this may cause consumers and are committed to their complete satisfaction."