Church & Dwight has recalled certain TheraBreath Kids Strawberry Splash anti-cavity oral rinse after it tested positive for yeast.
The product may be contaminated with yeast (Candida Parapsilosis), which is a fungus that may cause infections.
Children with vulnerable immune systems who use this product could develop “severe or life-threatening adverse events such as fungemia or disseminated fungal infection,” according to the FDA.
Healthy children could also potentially develop a serious yeast infection. An infection is more likely to occur in children who have recently had certain dental procedures, such as a tooth extraction.
The recall involves TheraBreath Strawberry Splash for Kids (16-oz. Bottles with Lot #PA3083011). The product was sold exclusively on Amazon between May 31 and September 2, 2023.
Church & Dwight is asking consumers who bought this product to stop using it immediately.
Call Consumer Relations at +1 (800) 981-4710 before disposing of the product, and they will provide a full refund.
