Zicam

Founded 1999 · Ewing, NJ, USA · 4 products · zicam.com/

Violation History

6 incidents
Recall Zicam® Cold Remedy Nasal Swabs and Zicam® Nasal AllClear Swabs2025-06-06Source
Lawsuit False advertising regarding the efficacy of its cold remedy products in shortening the duration of colds.2025Source
Lawsuit Class-action lawsuit for false advertising, claiming there is not adequate scientific evidence to support the assertion that Zicam products shorten the duration of the common cold.2021Source
Fda Warning Marketing of unapproved new drugs and failure to report adverse events related to loss of smell.2009-06-16Source
Recall Zicam Cold Remedy Nasal Gel, Zicam Cold Remedy Nasal Swabs, and Zicam Cold Remedy Swabs, Kid's Size2009-06-16Source
Lawsuit Numerous individual lawsuits alleging that Zicam's intranasal zinc products caused a loss of smell (anosmia).2006Source
Products by Zicam
Powerful Allergy Relief, No Drip Liquid Nasal Spray, 0.5 fl oz (15 ml)
Powerful Allergy Relief, No Drip Liquid Nasal Spray, 0.5 fl oz (15 ml)
Product 66 Brand N/A
Cold Remedy, No Drip Nasal Spray, 0.5 fl oz (15 ml)
Cold Remedy, No Drip Nasal Spray, 0.5 fl oz (15 ml)
Product 61 Brand N/A
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Zicam a trustworthy supplement brand?

Zicam receives a brand trust score of 0/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis. The company was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in Ewing, NJ, USA. Our research did not find independently verified third-party certifications for this brand. While this doesn't mean their products are low quality, third-party testing is considered a strong indicator of commitment to quality assurance. Note: Zicam has 6 historical regulatory incidents on record. These are factored into the overall trust score and are detailed in the violation history section above.

Is Zicam third-party tested?

GoodSupp's research did not find verified third-party testing certifications for Zicam. Third-party testing by organizations like NSF International, USP, or Informed Sport is considered one of the strongest indicators of supplement quality. Without it, consumers must rely more heavily on the brand's own quality claims. This doesn't necessarily mean Zicam's products are low quality, but it does mean there's less independent verification of their claims.

What are the best Zicam supplements?

Based on GoodSupp's quality analysis, the highest-rated Zicam supplements are: Powerful Allergy Relief, No Drip Liquid Nasal Spray, 0.5 fl oz (15 ml) (score: 66/100); Cold Remedy, No Drip Nasal Spray, 0.5 fl oz (15 ml) (score: 61/100). These scores are calculated from ingredient quality, dosage adequacy, bioavailability, label transparency, and inactive ingredient safety. Scores can vary significantly across a brand's product line — a high brand trust score doesn't guarantee every individual product is top-quality.

Where is Zicam located?

Zicam is headquartered in Ewing, NJ, USA. The company was founded in 1999. They currently offer 4 products in their supplement lineup. Their official website is zicam.com. Manufacturing location may differ from corporate headquarters — look for GMP certification to verify manufacturing quality standards.

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