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COLD EEZE

ZINC GLUCONATE

Standard Dose
Directions Take one lozenge at the onset of symptoms Dissolve the entire lozenge in the mouth Do not chew Do not swallow whole Do not eat or drink for 15 minutes after use Repeat every 2-4 hours until symptoms subside. Adults 18 years and over - do not exceed 6 lozenges per day Children 12 - 18 years - do not exceed 4 lozenges per day Children under 12 years - ask a doctor before use
Max Dose
See official label
Primary Use
Uses Reduces the duration of the common cold Reduces the severity of cold symptoms: cough, sore throat, nasal congestion, post nasal drip and/or hoarseness
Summary

Indications and usage Uses Reduces the duration of the common cold Reduces the severity of cold symptoms: cough, sore throat, nasal congestion, post nasal drip and/or hoarseness Dosage and administration Directions Take one lozenge at the onset of symptoms Dissolve the entire lozenge in the mouth Do not chew Do not swallow whole Do not eat or drink for 15 minutes after use Repeat every 2-4 hours until symptoms subside.

Adults 18 years and over - do not exceed 6 lozenges per day Children 12 - 18 years - do not exceed 4 lozenges per day Children under 12 years - ask a doctor before use Warnings and cautions Warnings Do not use for treatment of influenza or allergies.

Structured Monograph

Clinical summary

Indications and usage Uses Reduces the duration of the common cold Reduces the severity of cold symptoms: cough, sore throat, nasal congestion, post nasal drip and/or hoarseness Dosage and administration Directions Take one lozenge at the onset of symptoms Dissolve the entire lozenge in the mouth Do not chew Do not swallow whole Do not eat or drink for 15 minutes after use Repeat every 2-4 hours until symptoms subside. Adults 18 years and over - do not exceed 6 lozenges per day Children 12 - 18 years - do not exceed 4 lozenges per day Children under 12 years - ask a doctor before use Warnings and cautions Warnings Do not use for treatment of influenza or allergies. The product is only intended to reduce the duration of the common cold and its symptoms. Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking minocycline, doxycycline, tetracycline or are on coumadin therapy. Zinc treatment may inhibit the absorption of these medicines. When using this product do not take on an empty stomach (to avoid possible minor stomach upset). Stop use and ask your doctor if symptoms persist beyond 7 days. If pregnant or breastfeeding , ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Monitoring

  • Warnings Do not use for treatment of influenza or allergies.
  • The product is only intended to reduce the duration of the common cold and its symptoms.
  • Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking minocycline, doxycycline, tetracycline or are on coumadin therapy.
  • Zinc treatment may inhibit the absorption of these medicines.

Interaction Notes

  • Review official label interaction section.