On June 5, 2024, HomeoCare Laboratories, Inc. issued a recall of two batches of StellaLife Advanced Formula Peppermint Vegan Oral Care Rinse and StellaLife Vega Oral Spray, Unflavored products after FDA testing found higher than acceptable levels of yeast and mold in the peppermint product, as well as Bacillus sp. in the unflavored product. No adverse events have been reported to date.

Bacillus sp. could cause potentially life-threatening illnesses in infants, young children, and others with weakened immune systems who may be more at risk for severe forms of these illnesses.

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The recalled homeopathic products (see product photos) are marketed to promote oral health and were shipped nationwide to customers, as well as distributed through various dental practices. Recalled products can be further identified by the following:
 

• StellaLife VEGA Oral Care, Spray Unflavored, NDC: 69685-121-01, Lot No: 2552, Release Date: 03/28/2024, Expiration Date: 02-2026
• StellaLife Advanced Formula Peppermint VEGA Oral Care Rinse, NDC: 69685-143-16, Lot No: 2550, Release Date: 03/28/2024, Expiration Date: 02-2026

Consumers who have affected products should stop using them and return them to their place of purchase. Dental practices who have the recalled products should cease dispensing them and return the affected lots to HomeoCare Laboratories.

For more information, use the link below.

HomeoCare Laboratories Inc. Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Homeopathic Stella Life Oral Care Spray Unflavored and Advanced Formula Peppermint Oral Care Rinse Due to Microbial Contamination

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