Drug Facts
| Active ingredients | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Zincum Aceticum 2X, Zincum Gluconicum 2X | Reduces duration and severity of the common cold |
Uses
- reduces duration of the common cold
- reduces severity of cold symptoms: sore throat, stuffy nose, sneezing, coughing, congestion
- relieves throat irritation
Warnings
Stop use and ask doctor if symptoms persist or if accompanied by fever.
Zicam® Cold Remedy was formulated to shorten the duration of the common cold and may not be effective for flu or allergies.
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children.
Directions
For best results, use at the first sign of a cold and continue to use for an additional 48 hours after symptoms subside.
Adults and children 6 years of age and older:
- Take one lozenge at the onset of symptoms. Completely dissolve lozenge in mouth. Do not chew.
- Repeat every three hours until symptoms are gone.
- To avoid minor stomach upset, do not take on an empty stomach.
- Do not eat or drink for 15 minutes after use. Do not eat or drink citrus fruits or juices for 30 minutes before or after use. Otherwise drink plenty of fluids.
- This product is not recommended for children under 6 years of age due to the hazard of choking.
Inactive Ingredients
Citric acid, corn syrup, FD&C blue no. 1, FD&C red no. 40, glycerin, natural and artificial flavors, peppermint oil, purified water, soy lecithin, sucralose, sucrose.
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