Cold Remedy Nasal Swabs
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Zicam® Cold Remedy Nasal Swabs come in a zinc-free swab form and help shorten the duration of the common cold when taken at the first sign.† These nose swabs for colds allow for gentle application of a gel formula in nasal passages. Its plant-based active ingredients also provide multi-symptom cold relief.†
- SHORTENS COLDS.The only cold shortening nasal swab that shortens the length of a cold.†
- This zinc-free formula with plant-derived active ingredients also contains cooling menthol and eucalyptus.
- Non-drowsy cold remedy.
- #1 Pharmacist Recommended brand‡
- #1 Cold Shortening Brand*
Drug Facts
Active ingredients
Galphimia glauca 4x, Luffa operculata 4x, Sabadilla 4x
Purpose: Reduces duration of common cold and helps relieve nasal congestion.
Uses
Reduces duration of common cold and helps relieve nasal congestion.
Zicam® Cold Remedy was not formulated to be effective for flu or allergies.
Warnings
- For nasal use only
Do not use if you have a sensitivity or allergy to any of the ingredients. If an allergic reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away.
Ask a doctor before use if you have
- ear, nose, or throat sensitivity
- susceptibility to nosebleeds
When using this product
- avoid contact with eyes. Rinse right away with water if it gets in eyes and seek medical help right away.
- the use of individual swabs by more than one person may spread infection
- temporary discomfort such as burning, stinging, sneezing, or an increase in nasal discharge may occur
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- symptoms get worse or last more than 7 days or are accompanied by fever
- redness or swelling is present
- new symptoms occur
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
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:
- open tube (also see illustrations on side of carton)
- hold tube between thumb and forefinger at the blue band
- with the other hand, hold at handle base, snap open tube and pull out swab
- apply medication just inside first nostril. Using swirling motion, rotate swab 3 times within nostril. While swirling, gently press outside of first nostril to ensure transfer of medication. Re-dip swab in tube and mix to re-saturate with medication. Swirl 3 more times in the same nostril while gently pressing outside of nostril. Re-dip swab in tube and mix. Repeat identical sequence in second nostril. Do not insert swab more than 1/4" past nasal opening
- discard swab after use
- wait at least 30 seconds before blowing nose
- use 1 tube every 3 hours, not to exceed 5 tubes in one 24 hour period
- children under 12 years of age: do not use
Other information
- store at room temperature 15-29°C (59-84°F)
Inactive ingredients
benzalkonium chloride, dibasic sodium phosphate, eucalyptol, eugenol, glycine, hypromellose, menthol, monobasic sodium phosphate, phenethyl alcohol, polysorbate 80, purified water, saccharin sodium, sodium chloride, succinic acid
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References
‡ Based on survey of pharmacist recommendations: For zinc lozenges, zinc cold remedies & homeopathic cold products. Pharmacy Times® OTC Guide®, June 2021
* based on unit sales data, IRI Total US Multi-Outlet, latest 52 weeks-ending 11/21/21
† Claims based on traditional homeopathic practice, not accepted medical evidence. Not FDA evaluated.
