Zinc Lozenges for Colds
Zinc acetate lozenges for the treatment of the common cold: a randomised controlled trial
Not medical advice. For informational purposes only. Always consult a healthcare professional. Terms
Surprising Findings
Zinc lozenges caused slower recovery after treatment stopped
Contradicts the expectation that treatments should have lasting positive effects, not negative rebound effects
Practical Takeaways
Consider zinc lozenge formulation - slower-dissolving types might work better than fast-dissolving ones
Not medical advice. For informational purposes only. Always consult a healthcare professional. Terms
Surprising Findings
Zinc lozenges caused slower recovery after treatment stopped
Contradicts the expectation that treatments should have lasting positive effects, not negative rebound effects
Practical Takeaways
Consider zinc lozenge formulation - slower-dissolving types might work better than fast-dissolving ones
Publication
Journal
BMJ Open
Year
2020
Authors
H. Hemilä, J. Haukka, Maria Alho, J. Vahtera, M. Kivimäki
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Claims (10)
Even if you take zinc lozenges very soon after cold symptoms start, if the lozenges aren't made well, they still might not help you feel better faster.
Taking zinc acetate lozenges when you have a cold can help you get better faster, cutting down how long you're sick by about 2 to 3 days.
Taking zinc lozenges when you have a cold might help you get better faster, cutting down how long you're sick by about one-third.
Taking special high-strength zinc lozenges when you have a cold can help you get better about three days faster.
Taking zinc acetate lozenges when you have a cold might help you get better faster, cutting down how long you're sick by about 2 to 3 days.