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Zicam Lawsuit:
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A June 16, 2009 FDA warning regarding Zicam stated that since the introduction of Zicam Cold Remedy Nasal Gel to the market in 1999, FDA has received more than 130 reports of anosmia associated with the use of Zicam zinc-containing intranasal products.  The reports vary.  Many people state that the loss of sense of smell occurred with the first dose of the Zicam product, although some people report it happened after later doses. The Zicam-related loss of smell appears to be linked to the presence of zinc gluconate, which can damage nerves in the nasal cavity.

These reports along with other evidence point to the use of Zicam as being the cause of the loss of smell. appear to be linked to the presence of zinc gluconate, which can damage nerves in the nasal cavity.

Prompted by this FDA warning, Matrixx Initiatives, Inc., aka Zicam LLC, initiated a Zicam recall.

Read the FDA warning letter to Matrixx Initiatives regarding Zicam Cold Remedy nasal spray and gel swabs.

Zicam Lawsuit: Compensation for Loss of Smell

In a Zicam lawsuit, compensation could include the following:

  • Medical bills
  • Loss of income
  • Emotional distress
  • Disability
  • Loss of quality of life

Loss of smell is a serious injury. A person with out the sense of smell is in danger of failing to smell smoke, a gas leak, or spoiled food.  Also, loss of the sense of smell is often linked with a loss of the sense of taste.  People who cannot taste may not appreciate flavors,and lose much of the pleasure of eating, which diminishes the quality of life.

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