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On June 16, 2009, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a national Zicam recall after receiving hundreds of patient reports regarding the development of serious side effects – particularly anosmia (loss of smell) – after using this cold remedy.
The three Zicam cold products recalled include:
While the FDA has yet to recall other Zicam products, it has warned the public against using them until their safety has been thoroughly evaluated via extensive research and clinical testing. Matrixx Initiatives, Inc. has yet to admit that Zicam Cold Remedy is a defective drug.
Nevertheless, anyone injured after taking Zicam Cold Remedy will likely be entitled to a settlement for his or her injuries and losses. Prospective plaintiffs can find out if they have a legal claim by meeting with an experienced Zicam attorney for a free initial consultation.
Made by Zicam LLC (a subsidiary of Matrixx Initiatives, Inc.), Zicam Cold Remedy is a decongestant homeopathic medication that comes in the form of a nasal gel, a nasal spray or a nasal swab. Zicam is indicated for the treatment of:
The active ingredients in Zicam cold medicines include (but aren't limited to) zinc gluconate, luffa operculata and sulfur.
According its label, Zicam should be taken:
As with any medication, Zicam has been known to cause a series of mild, tolerable side effects including headache, nausea and diarrhea. However, in some cases, the nasal gel has been linked to more serious, permanent injuries including anosmia, the loss of the sense of smell.
While not fatal, anosmia does significantly impair an individual's quality of life, as the sense of smell is closely tied to taste, appetite and memory.
Those who develop anosmia after taking Zicam will likely need long-term care and rehabilitation to:
Following a diagnosis of anosmia, injured Zicam users should meet with an experienced Zicam attorney who understands the effects of the nasal gel and can help them recover compensation for their injuries. There have been over 130 Zicam lawsuits filed in the U.S., totaling nearly $12 million in awards and settlements for injured users.
For more information or to speak with a qualified Zicam lawyer about your injuries and specific circumstances contact us.
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