Tuesday, June 16, 2009

FDA Alert: Do NOT Use Zicam Cold Nasal Sprays


FDA Advises Consumers Not To Use Certain Zicam Cold Remedies: Intranasal Zinc Product Linked to Loss of Sense of Smell (anosmia)

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) today advised consumers to stop using three products marketed over-the-counter (OTC) as cold remedies because they are associated with the loss of sense of smell (anosmia). Anosmia may be long-lasting or permanent.

The products are:
  • Zicam Cold Remedy Nasal Gel
  • Zicam Cold Remedy Nasal Swabs
  • Zicam Cold Remedy Swabs, Kids Size (this is a discontinued product, but maybe you have some in your medicine cabinet)

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