parodontax (cetylpyridinium chloride)ACTIVE GUM HEALTH, Mouthwash
Recalled by Haleon US Holdings LLC
Class III — least serious
Using this product is not likely to cause health problems, but it breaks an FDA rule (for example, a labeling or packaging issue).
Haleon US Holdings LLC has recalled parodontax (cetylpyridinium chloride)ACTIVE GUM HEALTH, Mouthwash, according to data published by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The recall was reported on February 4, 2026 and was initiated on December 26, 2025. It is classified as a Class III recall, which means using this product is not likely to cause health problems, but it breaks an FDA rule (for example, a labeling or packaging issue).
Below is a plain-English summary of what was recalled, why it was recalled, how to tell whether you have the affected product, and what steps you can take. For the complete and most current details, you can view the FDA record linked further down this page.
What was recalled?
This recall covers parodontax (cetylpyridinium chloride)ACTIVE GUM HEALTH, Mouthwash, with approximately 84,764 bottles affected. The company behind the recall is Haleon US Holdings LLC, based in Warren, NJ. The FDA describes the product as: “parodontax (cetylpyridinium chloride)ACTIVE GUM HEALTH, Mouthwash, Mint. Net Wt 16.9 FL OZ (500 mL), Distributed by Haleon, Warren, NJ 07059. NDC 0135-0651-02”
Why was parodontax (cetylpyridinium chloride)ACTIVE GUM HEALTH, Mouthwash recalled?
According to the FDA, the stated reason for the recall is: “Labeling: Incorrect or Missing Lot and/or Exp Date: Potential for missing or illegible lot and expiration date coding on the bottles.”
What should you do?
If you think you may have bought parodontax (cetylpyridinium chloride)ACTIVE GUM HEALTH, Mouthwash, compare it against the product description and identifying codes (Lot #: 0665363, Exp 08/31/2027. Lot number and Exp Date may not appear on the 500 mL bottle.) before using it. This recall is currently listed as ongoing.
The general guidance for a matching product is to stop using it and follow the instructions in the official FDA recall notice, which may include a repair, replacement, refund, or safe disposal. When in doubt, contact Haleon US Holdings LLC or your local health authority.
About this recall
This recall was distributed in NJ. RecallRadar summarizes recall information from public FDA data to make it easier to understand. We are an independent service and are not affiliated with the FDA or any government agency, so please always refer to the official source for the authoritative record — and note the “last synced” date shown on this page, since recall details can change over time.
Full recall details
- Status
- Ongoing
- Date reported
- February 4, 2026
- Recall started
- December 26, 2025
- Distributed in
- NJ
What you can do
Check whether any product you have matches the description and codes above. If it does, stop using it and follow the instructions in the official recall notice. When in doubt, contact the company or your local health authority.
Quick answers
Why was parodontax (cetylpyridinium chloride)ACTIVE GUM HEALTH, Mouthwash recalled?+
According to the FDA: Labeling: Incorrect or Missing Lot and/or Exp Date: Potential for missing or illegible lot and ex…
How serious is this recall?+
Class III — least serious. Using this product is not likely to cause health problems, but it breaks an FDA rule (for example, a labeling or packaging issue).
What should I do if I have parodontax (cetylpyridinium chloride)ACTIVE GUM HEALTH, Mouthwash?+
Compare your product against the description and identifying codes on this page. If it matches, stop using it and follow the instructions in the official recall notice — this usually means returning it for a refund or discarding it. When in doubt, contact the company or your local health authority.
Opens the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) data for this recall.
Recall number: D-0297-2026. Information last synced from the FDA on July 5, 2026.