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Yes! Zicam Cold Remedy can damage the sense of smell of the user. It is important for anyone who is going to take a medication to research it first and make sure you are able to accept the consequences.
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 12y agoZicam does not make you lose your sense of smell. It can give you an altered taste or sense of smell for a little while after using the product. You will feel better in a few minutes.
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Have there been any health issues linked to the use of Zicam?
In 2009 there was a recall of some Zircam products containing zinc, the products caused a loss of smell in users. The 3 products recalled were Zicam Cold Remedy Nasal Gel, Cold Remedy Swabs, and Cold Remedy Swabs, Kids Size.
Why did the FDA advice to discontinue use of three nasally administered versions of Zicam Cold Remedy?
The U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) advised to discontinue the use of several products of Zicam Cold Remedy because of potential risks of encountering Anosmia (i.e. the inability to smell).
What are some of the common side effects of Zicam an allergy medicine?
Zicam is reputed to cause a loss of smell in some users. This has been a source of major complaint from many users of Zicam and they were even faced with lawsuits because of permanent injury cases.
What sense is not affected by damage to the thalamus?
smell
Sense of smell loss Recovered from the flu after 6 weeks I lost all sense of smell-attributed it to the sinus infection The sinuses are nearly all better but I still can't smell a thing?
If you used Zicam nasal gel to try to combat the flu, your loss of smell might be due to that product. See Related Links.
Can you lose your sense of smell from smoking too much weed?
If you blow any smoke out of your nose it will damage it. You can and will lose your sense of smell and a lot of your sense of taste.
What function do you lose if you damage the temporal lobe?
Sense of smell and sound, speech, vision and memory.
What's wrong when your sense of smell goes wrong?
whats wrong when your sense of smell goes wrong
Can the loss of sense of smell be a sign of brain damage?
The loss of ANY sense "could" be a sign of brain damage. But it, certainly, doesn't mean that there IS brain damage. A doctor is, most definitely, suggested at the first sign of a loss of any of your senses!
What are the olfaction sense?
it refers to the sense of smell
What are the gray wolf's strongest sense organs?
the sense of smell
Do crocodiles have a good sense of smell?
It has a sharp sense of touch, smell, and taste.
