Zicam Cold Remedy galphimia glauca flowering top, luffa operculata fruit, and schoenocaulon officinale seed 4 [hp_X]/.56mL; 4 [hp_X]/.56mL; 4 [hp_X]/.56mL Spray
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Zicam Cold Remedy is a homeopathic nasal spray containing galphimia glauca, luffa operculata, and schoenocaulon officinale. These plant-derived substances are used in homeopathic practice as traditional remedies for cold and respiratory symptoms. Homeopathic products like this one are marketed based on homeopathic tradition and are not evaluated by the FDA for effectiveness or safety.
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Benzalkonium chloride is a chemical compound that works as a preservative and antimicrobial agent in medications. It prevents bacterial and fungal growth in liquid formulations to keep the product safe during storage and use.
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Eucalyptol is a natural oil compound extracted from eucalyptus plants. In medicines, it serves as a flavoring agent and aromatic component to improve taste and smell.
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Eugenol is a natural oil extracted from clove and other plants. It's used in medicines as a flavoring agent and to provide a mild anesthetic effect in topical products, particularly in dental formulations.
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Glycine is an amino acid used in medicines as a buffer to help stabilize pH and improve taste. It may also serve as a filler or binder to give the product proper form and consistency.
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A cooling compound from mint plants used as a flavoring agent and to create a fresh sensation in medicines. It helps mask bitter tastes and improve how the product feels in the mouth.
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A naturally-derived alcohol used as a preservative and fragrance in medicines. It helps prevent bacterial and fungal growth, extending the product's shelf life.
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Sodium phosphate, dibasic is a salt derived from phosphoric acid. It acts as a buffer to help maintain the medicine's pH balance and may serve as a binder or filler in tablets and capsules.
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A salt form of phosphoric acid that acts as a buffer and pH adjuster in medicines. It helps keep the product at the correct acidity level for stability and effectiveness.
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| Retail pharmacies payNADAC · weekly | Not in the retail survey — common for institutional, discontinued, or low-volume packs. | |
| Medicaid paysCMS SDUD · 12 mo | No recent Medicaid claims on file for this NDC — rare and low-volume NDCs are suppressed in the public data. | |
| Medicare drug plans payPart D · quarterly | No Part D plan price is available for this NDC in our data. | |
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| Product | Labeler | Pack | NADAC/unit | TE | Status | Price vs. this |
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| Zicam Cold Remedy 4 [hp_X]/.56mL; 4 [hp_X]/.56mL; 4 [hp_X]/.56mLthis 10237-0474-15 | Church | 1 bottle | — | — | FDA listed | — |
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📦 Packaging — all sizes for this product
| Package NDC | Description | Marketing start | Status |
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| 10237-0474-15 You're viewing this | 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC in 1 CARTON (10237-474-15) / 15 mL in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC | 2022-04-10 | Active |
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Zicam Cold Remedy galphimia glauca flowering top, luffa operculata fruit, and schoenocaulon officinale seed 4 [hp_X]/.56mL; 4 [hp_X]/.56mL; 4 [hp_X]/.56mL SPRAY is listed under the homeopathic marketing category. An NDC listing in this category does not by itself establish FDA approval, and FDA does not evaluate homeopathic products for effectiveness. This page reports the listing data as published.
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| NADAC pharmacy acquisition price (CMS) | — Not published for this NDC CMS publishes NADAC only for NDCs reported in its retail-pharmacy survey. |
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📄 FDA label — Drug Facts FDA SPL
🎯 Indications and Usage ▾
Uses Reduces duration of the common cold and helps relieve nasal congestion --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Zicam ® Cold Remedy was not formulated to be effective for flu or allergies.
⏱️ Dosage and Administration ▾
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: remove cap and safety clip hold with thumb at bottom of bottle and nozzle between your fingers before using the first time, prime pump by depressing several times place tip of nozzle just past nasal opening (approximately 1/8") lean your head backwards slightly pump 2 times into each nostril avoid inhaling deeply wipe away any excess dose every 3 hours, not to exceed 5 doses in one 24 hour period children under 12 years of age: do not use
⚠️ Warnings ▾
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. Ask a doctor before use if you have ear, nose, or throat sensitivity susceptibility to nosebleeds 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 this container by more than one person may spread infection temporary discomfort such as burning, stinging, sneezing, or an increase in nasal discharge may occur Stop use and ask a doctor if symptoms get worse or last more than 7 days or are accompanied by fever redness or swelling is present new symptoms occur If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
📦 Storage and Handling ▾
Other information store at room temperature 15-29°C (59-84°F)
🧪 Active Ingredient ▾
Active ingredients Galphimia glauca 4x, Luffa operculata 4x, Sabadilla 4x
🧪 Inactive Ingredients ▾
Inactive ingredients benzalkonium chloride, dibasic sodium phosphate, eucalyptol, eugenol, glycine, hypromellose, menthol, monobasic sodium phosphate, phenethyl alcohol, polysorbate 80, purified water, saccharin sodium, sodium chloride, succinic acid
🎯 Purpose ▾
Purpose Reduces duration of the common cold and helps relieve nasal congestion