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 Urgent National Zicam Alert:
As part of the US Drug Watchdog's national investigation of Zicam Nasal
Gel, or Zicam Nasal Swabs, the group is encouraging all consumers
nationwide to share this press release with their co-workers, friends, &
family members. According to the group, "there could be 10,000's of
citizens, who have concerns, or have suffered a loss of smell, or
taste, after using Zicam Nasal Gel, or Zicam Nasal Swabs, who should
contact the US Drug Watchdog immediately at 866-714-6466," or contact
the group via its web site at Http://USDrugWatchdog.Com
What products are affected by this warning?
FDA's action affects Zicam's three intranasal products that contain
zinc. The three Zicam products claim to reduce the duration of the
common cold and the severity of cold symptoms.
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Jun 16, 2009 ... The US Food
and Drug Administration today advised consumers to
stop using three products marketed over-the-counter
as cold remedies ...
www.fda.gov/NewsEvents/Newsroom/.../ucm167065.htm
The products (listed with their size and product numbers) are
Zicam Cold Remedy Nasal Gel (15mL, NDC 62750-003-10)
Zicam Cold Remedy Swabs (20 swabs, NDC 67250-003-20)
Zicam Cold Remedy Swabs, Kids Size (20 swabs, NDC 67250-003-21)
The Zicam intranasal zinc products are widely sold in pharmacies, other
retail stores, and on the Internet. Zicam Cold Remedy Swabs, Kids Size,
has already been discontinued, but FDA is concerned that consumers may
have the product in their home. FDA has special concerns regarding use
of intranasal zinc in children. Children may experience a loss of sense
of smell but may be less likely to communicate the condition. According
to the US Drug Watchdog, "parents talk to your children, if they used
these Zicam products & call us immediately at 866-714-6466 if there is a
problem."
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