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Zicam Cold Remedy Medicated Fruit Drops - Elderberry

ZINC ACETATE ANHYDROUS, ZINC GLUCONATE, AND SAMBUCUS NIGRA FLOWERING TOP

Standard Dose

Directions for best results, use at the first sign of a cold and continue to use until symptoms completely subside adults and children 12 years of age and older: take one medicated drop at onset of symptoms chew slowly and dissolve completely before swallowing repeat every 2 – 3 hours, not to exceed 5 medicated drops 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

See official label

Primary Use

Uses Reduces duration of the common cold and helps relieve nasal congestion Zicam ® Cold Remedy was not formulated to be effective for flu or allergies.

Summary

Indications and usage Uses Reduces duration of the common cold and helps relieve nasal congestion Zicam ® Cold Remedy was not formulated to be effective for flu or allergies.

Dosage and administration Directions for best results, use at the first sign of a cold and continue to use until symptoms completely subside adults and children 12 years of age and older: take one medicated drop at onset of symptoms chew slowly and dissolve completely before swallowing repeat every 2 – 3 hours, not to exceed 5 medicated drops in 24 hours.

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Clinical summary

Indications and usage Uses Reduces duration of the common cold and helps relieve nasal congestion Zicam ® Cold Remedy was not formulated to be effective for flu or allergies. Dosage and administration Directions for best results, use at the first sign of a cold and continue to use until symptoms completely subside adults and children 12 years of age and older: take one medicated drop at onset of symptoms chew slowly and dissolve completely before swallowing repeat every 2 – 3 hours, not to exceed 5 medicated drops 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. Stop use and ask a doctor if symptoms persist or are accompanied by a fever or new symptoms occur. 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.
• Stop use and ask a doctor if symptoms persist or are accompanied by a fever or new symptoms occur.
• If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
• Keep out of reach of children.

Interaction Notes

• Review official label interaction section.