Zicam claims for loss of smell and taste

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ZICAM® is an over-the-counter nasal solution and cold remedy that claims to reduce the symptoms and duration of the common cold. Zicam is sprayed or swabed directly onto the nasal surface.

Several users have reported an intense burning sensation in the nasal cavitiy immediately after using the Zicam spray. This has been followed by a loss of smell long after their cold symptoms cleared up. Known as "anosmia", this condition can also greatly decrease the ability to taste.

Zicam contains the active ingredient Zincum Gluconicum (also known as as Zinc Gluconate), that is believed to cause a caustic action on the nasal passages and lead to a loss of smell. Although it has been known for decades that zinc compounds can cause nasal nerve damage, Zicam has failed to provide adequate warnings to the public.

Zicam is manufactured by Matrixx and claims no side effects caused by their Zicam sprays. Matrixx sells millions of products each year including Zicam Cold Remedy, Zicam Allergy Relief, Zicam Maximum Strength Flu, and more.

Is Shelf Life Of Zicam Nasal Spray In Jeopardy?
Zicam is still on the shelves despite risks of sense of smell loss

Zicam in the News

Apr-21-06: Zicam is still on shelves despite risk of loosing your sense of smell and taste. [PR WEB]

Apr-11-06: The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has launched an inquiry into the advertising and promotion of Zicam Cold Remedy and half a dozen similar over-the-counter cold products manufactured by Matrixx Initiatives of Phoenix. [WASHINGTON POST]

Jan-23-06: Zicam Maker, Matrixx Settles Lawsuit Over Users' Loss Of Smell; Matrixx agrees to pay $12 million to settle over 340 consumer complaints in Arizona against Zicam nasal gel. The company may face other similar product liability lawsuits outside of Arizona. [THE DENVER CHANNEL]

Taste and Smell Clinic in Washington D.C. says they have received numerous reports of consumers experiencing long term sense of smell loss after using Zicam. High concentrations of zinc in Zicam are absorbed quickly when sprayed directly into the nostrils - this toxicity can cause destruction to scent receptors. [TASTE AND SMELL CLINIC]

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If you or a loved one has suffered the loss of smell after using Zicam, you may qualify for damages or remedies that may be awarded in a possible class action lawsuit. Please click on the link below.