Zicam Cold Remedy, No Drip Nasal Spray, 0.5 fl oz (15 ml) supplement bottle
Zicam

Cold Remedy, No Drip Nasal Spray, 0.5 fl oz (15 ml)

What We Researched
· 14 inactive ingredients decoded · 1 retailer compared · Last updated: Mar 2026
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Product Score Fair

Product Analysis

Transparency Fair

Supplement Facts

No supplement facts data available.

Bioavailability N/A

Absorption Rating

No ingredient forms matched our reference database.

Other Ingredients Good

Fillers & Additives

  • Benzalkonium Chloride Medium
  • Dibasic sodium phosphate
  • Eucalyptol
  • Eugenol
  • Glycine
  • Hypromellose
  • Menthol
  • Monobasic sodium phosphate
  • Phenethyl Alcohol
  • Polysorbate 80 Medium
  • Purified Water
  • Saccharin sodium
  • Sodium Chloride
  • Succinic Acid
Efficacy N/A

Dosage Analysis

Dosage data not available for assessment.

Other Ingredients

Inactive ingredients used in manufacturing. All rated for safety.

Benzalkonium Chloride Caution

It is used as a preservative.

Dibasic sodium phosphate Unknown
Eucalyptol Unknown
Eugenol Unknown
Glycine Safe
Hypromellose Safe

Forms vegetarian capsule shells. Dissolves easily in the stomach.

Menthol Generally_safe

It is used as a flavoring agent to provide a cooling sensation.

Monobasic sodium phosphate Unknown
Phenethyl Alcohol Generally_safe

It is used as a preservative and fragrance ingredient.

Polysorbate 80 Caution

Helps mix oil and water-based ingredients.

Purified Water Safe

Dissolves and carries water-soluble ingredients.

Saccharin sodium Unknown
Sodium Chloride Safe

Provides sodium, stabilizes formulations.

Succinic Acid Safe

It is used as a buffering agent.

Price Comparison

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Price History

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Brand Trust Report
Zicam

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

Transparency

1 claim

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
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Zicam Cold Remedy, No Drip Nasal Spray a good supplement?

Zicam Cold Remedy, No Drip Nasal Spray, 0.5 fl oz (15 ml) received a product quality score of 61/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, suggesting some areas that could be improved. Of the 14 inactive ingredients, 5 are rated safe and 2 are flagged for review.

Is Zicam Cold Remedy, No Drip Nasal Spray safe to take?

Zicam Cold Remedy, No Drip Nasal Spray, 0.5 fl oz (15 ml) has been analyzed for ingredient safety across all its components. Of 14 inactive ingredients, 5 are rated safe. 2 ingredients are flagged for review: Benzalkonium Chloride, Polysorbate 80. 'Caution' doesn't mean dangerous — it indicates the ingredient has some considerations worth being aware of, such as potential sensitivities or ongoing research. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any new supplement, especially if you take medications or have underlying health conditions.

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