A recall was issued Wednesday for a cough syrup for infants sold at Dollar General stores nationwide.

Kingston Pharma, LLC recalled bottles of DG Naturals Baby Cough Syrup + Mucus sold at Dollar General stores across the country. The medication may be contaminated with a bacteria. 

The product comes in a white carton labeled DG/Health Baby Cough Syrup + Mucus and contains a 2 oz. bottle marked with Lot KL180157. The affected products have an expiration date of Nov. 2020 on the bottom of the carton and feature UPC Code 8 54954 00250 0.

The cough syrup, for infants two months of age and older, has the potential to be contaminated with Bacillus cereus. Bacillus cereus in food products has the potential to produce vomiting and diarrhea, although more serious and even lethal cases have occurred.

Individuals at risk for more severe forms of illness include infants, young children and others with weakened immune systems. No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with use of the cough syrup.

The recall was issued after tests revealed the presence of Bacillus cereus in the cough syrup. Production of the product has been suspended while the FDA investigates.

Customers who purchased the syrup should not use it and should return it for a refund. Questions can be directed to 1-844-724-7347.

Source: https://www.wral.com/recall-cough-syrup-for-infants-sold-at-dollar-general-stores-may-contain-bacteria/18274921/