Uses
Reduces duration of the common cold and helps relieve nasal congestion
Zicam ® Cold Remedy was formulated to shorten the duration of the common cold and may not 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.
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
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 illustration on side of carton)
- hold tube between thumb and forefinger at the blue band
- with 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
