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zicam cold and flu-like symptoms Echinacea plus Sambucus

ZINC ACETATE ANHYDROUS, ZINC GLUCONATE, ECHINACEA ANGUSTIFOLIA WHOLE, AND SAMBUCUS NIGRA FLOWERING TOP

Standard Dose
Directions for best results, use at the first sign of cold and flu and continue to use until symptoms completely subside. adults and children 12 years of age and older: take 1 tablet at the onset of symptoms. dissolve entire tablet in mouth. Do not chew. Do not swallow whole. repeat every 2 – 3 hours, not to exceed 7 tablets in 24 hours. Take 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. children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor before use.
Max Dose
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Primary Use
Uses Reduces duration of the common cold and helps relieve nasal congestion and temporarily relieves Fever Chills Chest Congestion Hoarseness Cough Sore throat Body aches
Summary

Indications and usage Uses Reduces duration of the common cold and helps relieve nasal congestion and temporarily relieves Fever Chills Chest Congestion Hoarseness Cough Sore throat Body aches Dosage and administration Directions for best results, use at the first sign of cold and flu and continue to use until symptoms completely subside. adults and children 12 years of age and older: take 1 tablet at the onset of symptoms. dissolve entire tablet in mouth.

Do not chew.

Structured Monograph

Clinical summary

Indications and usage Uses Reduces duration of the common cold and helps relieve nasal congestion and temporarily relieves Fever Chills Chest Congestion Hoarseness Cough Sore throat Body aches Dosage and administration Directions for best results, use at the first sign of cold and flu and continue to use until symptoms completely subside. adults and children 12 years of age and older: take 1 tablet at the onset of symptoms. dissolve entire tablet in mouth. Do not chew. Do not swallow whole. repeat every 2 – 3 hours, not to exceed 7 tablets in 24 hours. Take 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. children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor before use. Warnings and cautions Warnings If you are allergic or sensitive to zinc, consult a doctor before using. Sore throat warning If sore throat is severe, persists for more than 2 days, is accompanied or followed by fever, headache, rash, nausea, or vomitting, consult a doctor promptly. Stop use and ask a doctor if symptoms, including cough, persist, recur or are accompanied by a fever, rash or persistent headache, or if new symptoms occur. A persistent cough that lasts for more than one week may be a sign of a serious condition. If pregnant or breast-feeding, 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 If you are allergic or sensitive to zinc, consult a doctor before using.
  • Sore throat warning If sore throat is severe, persists for more than 2 days, is accompanied or followed by fever, headache, rash, nausea, or vomitting, consult a doctor promptly.
  • Stop use and ask a doctor if symptoms, including cough, persist, recur or are accompanied by a fever, rash or persistent headache, or if new symptoms occur.
  • A persistent cough that lasts for more than one week may be a sign of a serious condition.

Interaction Notes

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