Little Remedies class action claims honey cough syrup recall insufficient
A class action lawsuit alleges Little Remedies Honey Cough Syrup was contaminated with Bacillus cereus and the recall was inadequate.Summary
A class action lawsuit has been filed against Medtech Products Inc. and Prestige Consumer Healthcare Inc. by plaintiffs Richard Tschernjawski and Garvase McCullough, alleging that their Little Remedies Honey Cough Syrup products were contaminated with Bacillus cereus, a bacterium that can cause food poisoning. The lawsuit claims the companies failed to disclose this contamination and that the subsequent recall issued on June 17, 2025, was insufficient. Plaintiffs argue the recall process – limited to a website posting and minimal press release – was designed to prevent consumers from obtaining refunds for the contaminated products. They further contend that the requirement to submit photos and proof of purchase for a refund is overly burdensome. The lawsuit asserts violations of consumer protection laws, breach of warranty, and unjust enrichment, seeking monetary damages and restitution. The products are marketed towards sick children and infants, making the alleged contamination particularly concerning.
(Source：Class Action Lawsuits)