Costco’s cold medicine recalled due to possible ‘contamination’

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costco brand cold and flu medicine It was removed from shelves “due to the possibility of contamination”.

The Kirkland Signature Severe Cold and Flu Plus Congestion recall includes certain lot codes P140082 that were sold at select stores in the Midwest and Southeast, according to a notice shared on the retail giant’s website. Item number #1729556 is included.

“Out of an abundance of caution, LNK has initiated a recall for erroneous releases and shipments of certain lot codes that were rejected due to possible adulteration,” the statement said.

The affected over-the-counter drugs were purchased by customers between October 30, 2024 and November 30, 2024.

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Customers who purchased Kirkland Signature Severe Cold and Flu Plus Congestion item number 1729556 should check to see if lot code e P140082 is being recalled. (eBay / Fox News)

Consumers are being asked not to use any remaining products with lot codes and return them to Costco for a full refund.

If you have any problems or concerns, please contact the manufacturer, LNK International Inc., at 1-800-426-9391 or by email.

Fox Business has reached out to Costco for more information.

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Lot code P140082 is printed on the box of products affected by the January 2025 over-the-counter drug recall. (LNK International Co., Ltd.)

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Fee	Costco Wholesale Co., Ltd.	916.58	+6.77	+0.74%

Last month, we received 8,640 boxes of Kirkland Severe Cold and Flu Plus Traffic Daypacks and Nightpacks. recalled by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Because the ingredient, oral phenylephrine, was deemed “ineffective” as a nasal decongestant after “extensive review.”

“This chemical has been shown to be ineffective against colds and flu when taken orally, except at doses that are cardiotoxic and can cause palpitations and arrhythmias. high blood pressure,” said Dr. Mark Siegel, FOX News Senior Medical Analyst.