Nasal Spray Sold Nationwide Recalled by Bayer. See Affected Products

A widely used over-the-counter nasal spray is being recalled over concerns it could pose a poisoning risk to children.

Bayer is recalling about 786,100 travel-size bottles of Afrin Original Nasal Spray after federal regulators flagged the packaging as a potential danger to children.

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announced the recall on Thursday, April 30, citing concerns that the 6 mL bottles are not properly child-resistant.

What Products Are Included in the Nasal Spray Recall?

The recall applies to unexpired Travel Size Afrin Original Nasal Spray bottles in the 6 mL (1/5 fl oz) size.

Affected bottles include lot numbers:

• 230361
• 240822
• 241198
• 250066
• 250152
• 250646
• 250831

The bottles are labeled “Afrin Original Nasal Spray” on the front, along with the size marking. The lot number is printed as a six-digit code followed by an expiration date in “YYYYMMM” format.

No other Afrin products or sizes are included in the recall.

Why Is the Nasal Spray Being Recalled? Were Any Injuries Reported?

According to the CPSC, the nasal spray contains an imidazoline, a substance that requires child-resistant packaging under federal law.

The affected bottles do not meet those standards and also lack required warning labels for non-compliant packaging, officials said. If young children swallow the spray, the contents could cause serious injury or illness from poisoning.

No incidents or injuries have been reported in connection with the recall, the CPSC said.

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Where Was the Recalled Nasal Spray Sold?

The recalled nasal sprays were sold nationwide at convenience stores and travel hubs, including airports, from September 2024 through April 2026.

They retailed for about $7 to $9.

What Should Consumers Do If They Bought the Recalled Nasal Spray?

Consumers are urged to immediately secure the product out of sight and reach of children.

To receive a refund, customers should:

• Visit Bayer’s recall webform online
• Submit a photo of the product
• Dispose of the bottle after submission

For assistance, consumers can contact Bayer at 800-317-2165, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET. More information is also available through the recall page linked on Afrin’s official website.