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product_id: 5967512
title: "Zicam Ultra Cold Remedy Zinc Rapidmelts, Orange Cream Flavor, Homeopathic, Cold Shortening Medicine, Shortens Cold Duration, Sugar-Free, Dye-Free, 18 Count"
brand: "zicam"
price: "₩20794"
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# Shortens cold duration by up to 2 days Sugar-free, dye-free orange cream flavor RapidMelt tech dissolves instantly, no water needed Zicam Ultra Cold Remedy Zinc Rapidmelts, Orange Cream Flavor, Homeopathic, Cold Shortening Medicine, Shortens Cold Duration, Sugar-Free, Dye-Free, 18 Count

**Brand:** zicam
**Price:** ₩20794
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ⏳ Don’t just fight symptoms—shorten your cold and get back to winning faster!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Zicam Ultra Cold Remedy Zinc Rapidmelts, Orange Cream Flavor, Homeopathic, Cold Shortening Medicine, Shortens Cold Duration, Sugar-Free, Dye-Free, 18 Count by zicam
- **How much does it cost?** ₩20794 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- zicam enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted zicam brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **On-the-Go Relief:** Quick-dissolve tablets melt instantly—perfect for busy professionals without downtime
- • **Clean & Conscious:** Sugar-free, dye-free, and non-drowsy for a clear mind and healthy lifestyle
- • **Pharmacist’s #1 Pick:** Trusted homeopathic remedy recommended by pharmacists nationwide
- • **Beat the Clock on Colds:** Clinically proven zinc formula reduces cold length when taken at first sign
- • **Flavor That Works as Hard as You Do:** Orange cream taste masks zinc’s medicinal edge for a smoother experience

## Overview

Zicam Ultra Cold Remedy Zinc Rapidmelts are clinically formulated quick-dissolve tablets that leverage zinc’s proven ability to shorten cold duration when taken at the first sign. Featuring a convenient, no-water-needed RapidMelt technology, these sugar-free and dye-free tablets deliver effective, non-drowsy relief in a pleasant orange cream flavor. As the #1 pharmacist recommended homeopathic cold remedy, Zicam helps busy professionals reclaim their health and productivity faster.

## Description

Zicam is completely different® from most other cold remedies because it actually shortens colds versus just temporarily relieving symptoms. These quick-dissolve tablets, made with zinc, shorten colds when taken at the first sign.

Review: Effective at Shortening Colds, But a Tough Pill to Swallow - The Zicam Cold Remedy Zinc RapidMelts are a homeopathic staple for many looking to reduce the duration of a cold. While they are widely recognized as effective when taken at the first sign of symptoms, the sensory experience—specifically the taste—is a common point of contention. Performance and Shortening Power Clinically Proven Intent: These RapidMelts are formulated with zinc, which is intended to shorten the length of a cold rather than just masking symptoms. Rapid Dissolve: The "RapidMelt" technology allows the tablet to dissolve quickly on the tongue without the need for water, making them convenient for on-the-go use. Time Sensitive: For maximum effectiveness, they must be taken at the very first sign of a cold (the "pre-cold" stage) and continued until symptoms subside. Taste and Texture The "Gross" Factor: Despite being Cherry flavored, many users find the taste to be medicinal, metallic, or chalky. The aftertaste can linger, which is the primary reason some users describe the experience as "gross." Zinc Aftertaste: The metallic tang is a common side effect of high-zinc homeopathic remedies, which can be off-putting even with the added fruit flavoring. Final Verdict If you can get past the unpleasant flavor, Zicam RapidMelts are an outstanding tool for your medicine cabinet. They do exactly what they claim to do—shorten your cold—making the few seconds of bad taste a small price to pay for getting back on your feet sooner.
Review: Excellent homeopathic cold remedy - I have been taking these Zicam rapid Melts for several years. They work for me great! I start taking them the day I feel like I am getting a cold symptom like a sore throat, nasal congestion, or a runny nose, and it seems to shorten the days I have the cold. The value is excellent when you look at how many days you save being sick. And they taste yummy. They just melt on your tongue, so they are super easy to use. They do not affect my sleep at all, so if I wake up in the middle of the night to use the restroom, I take another Zicam. Very pleased and highly recommend.

## Features

- MADE WITH ZINC: These non-drowsy cold remedy tablets contain zinc, which helps shorten the length of colds when taken at the first sign
- SHORTEN YOUR COLD: Our quick-dissolve tablets are different from most other cold medicine that just treats symptoms; they shorten colds when taken at the first sniffle, sneeze or cough
- GREAT TASTING: Getting better tastes better with Zicam Cold Remedy
- GET RID OF YOUR COLD FASTER: Zicam Cold Remedy products shorten colds when taken at the first sign, so you feel better faster; Zicam Cold Remedy products are available in a wide range of forms and flavors
- OUR PRODUCTS: Our homeopathic Zicam Cold Remedy products are the #1 pharmacist recommended brand
- These delicious quick-dissolve tablets melt in your mouth and are great for on-the-go; They're also non-drowsy, non-habit forming, sugar-free and dye-free
- Zicam also offers a range of products for homeopathic allergy relief, nasal congestion, and sinus relief

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN  | B005IGQPU0 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #319 in Health & Household ( See Top 100 in Health & Household ) #3 in Cold & Flu Medicine |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (19,757) |
| Date First Available  | July 6, 2012 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer  | No |
| Item model number  | 201093A |
| Manufacturer  | EMCW9 |
| Product Dimensions  | 1.75 x 2.75 x 4.63 inches; 1.44 ounces |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Zicam
- **Item Weight:** 0.09 Pounds
- **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 1.75 x 2.75 x 4.63 inches
- **Product Benefits:** Cold and Flu Control
- **Specific Uses For Product:** Cold

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: how many mg of zinc per tablet?**
A: Per a 12/6/10 LA Times article on Zicam; a service rep told the reporter that a tablet has 10mg of zinc. 

A 2011 Concordia College Journal of Analytical Chemistry study (Determination of Zn2+ in Zicam and Multivitamins Using Inductively Coupled Plasma Atomic Emission Spectroscopy), confirms that Zicam has 11.05mg of zinc per tablet. 

The indicated dose is 1 lozenge per 2-3 hours or about 7 per day = 77mg a day for the duration of the cold. 

JUST FYI:
1. A 2009 NIH meta-analysis of zinc studies indicates that lozenges with18mg+ of ionic zinc (iZn) acetate (or gluconate - slightly less effective)  dissolved slowly over 20–30 min every 2 h are hypothesized to shorten common colds by 6–7 days.

2. A 2011 NIH meta-analysis of 13 placebo-controlled comparisons showed that, generally, daily doses OVER 75mg of zinc acetate shortened the length of a cold by 42%, and only 20% in other zinc salts. Those under 75mg, on average, were ineffective. 

3. A 2017 NIH meta-"survival" analysis of 3 placebo-controlled comparisons (included in the 13 above) showed that daily doses of OVER 75mg of zinc acetate (and to a lesser extent zinc gluconate) resulted in a 3-fold increase in the rate of recovery from the common cold. 

4. The NIH Zinc Factsheet states that:
 a) Long-term intakes above the Upper Intake Levels (ULs) (Adults 19+=40mg) increases the risk of adverse health effects. A very generic and undefined statement. 
 b) Intakes of 150–450 mg of zinc per day for long periods have been associated with significant chronic effects
 c) The AREDS study (80mg zinc OXIDE daily for 6.3 years on average) was associated with a significant increase in hospitalizations for genitourinary causes. 

Generally, a homeopathic remedy is defined by a "high dilution" of which 1x (1:10) is not, and 2x (1:100) would really be stretching it according to the great majority of those debating it, and certainly according to the many things I have read on homeopathy, here and there, in the past 45 years of my life.  There is still no official or legal definition and, ergo, the "hot" debate continues. 

In my 15 hours or so of general research specifically on Zicam and on ionic zinc acetate and gluconate in the past year, with 1/3 of it occurring today, I have little doubt that Zicam's use of the term “homeopathic” is solely for the purpose of skirting regulation, avoiding legal skirmishes and hiding it's formula. Nonetheless, it has been directly and indirectly been proven effective against the cold.  Personally, I will be trying some of the very few other formulas that may possibly be more effective based on the numerous studies that have been done. 

Keys to remember:  *Acetate; *Ionic (iZn); *18mg lozenges at 20-30 minutes each (good luck); *per every 2 hours immediately upon onset of a cold.  That is 126mg per day, but only for a short duration which is 100% okay if you do not have any issues.

**Q: How much zinc is in these tablets?  I read a medical report that recommended supplementation during a cold of 50 mg to 100 mg (no longer than 2 weeks)**
A: "Zicam CR Rapid Melt Citrus:  Dose is 1 tablet provides 11 mg ionized zinc." 
When I posed the question to Zicam by email, Zicam responded by email with the above.

**Q: What is the difference between the regular and the ultra?**
A: This is the only one I have used.

**Q: Are these considered to be lozenges?**
A: I consider them to be lozenges. You let them dissolve in your mouth, not chew them. They have been effective for me with a regular colds, some of which could be a corona type virus.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Effective at Shortening Colds, But a Tough Pill to Swallow
*by T***Y on December 29, 2025*

The Zicam Cold Remedy Zinc RapidMelts are a homeopathic staple for many looking to reduce the duration of a cold. While they are widely recognized as effective when taken at the first sign of symptoms, the sensory experience—specifically the taste—is a common point of contention. Performance and Shortening Power Clinically Proven Intent: These RapidMelts are formulated with zinc, which is intended to shorten the length of a cold rather than just masking symptoms. Rapid Dissolve: The "RapidMelt" technology allows the tablet to dissolve quickly on the tongue without the need for water, making them convenient for on-the-go use. Time Sensitive: For maximum effectiveness, they must be taken at the very first sign of a cold (the "pre-cold" stage) and continued until symptoms subside. Taste and Texture The "Gross" Factor: Despite being Cherry flavored, many users find the taste to be medicinal, metallic, or chalky. The aftertaste can linger, which is the primary reason some users describe the experience as "gross." Zinc Aftertaste: The metallic tang is a common side effect of high-zinc homeopathic remedies, which can be off-putting even with the added fruit flavoring. Final Verdict If you can get past the unpleasant flavor, Zicam RapidMelts are an outstanding tool for your medicine cabinet. They do exactly what they claim to do—shorten your cold—making the few seconds of bad taste a small price to pay for getting back on your feet sooner.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent homeopathic cold remedy
*by I***L on January 1, 2026*

I have been taking these Zicam rapid Melts for several years. They work for me great! I start taking them the day I feel like I am getting a cold symptom like a sore throat, nasal congestion, or a runny nose, and it seems to shorten the days I have the cold. The value is excellent when you look at how many days you save being sick. And they taste yummy. They just melt on your tongue, so they are super easy to use. They do not affect my sleep at all, so if I wake up in the middle of the night to use the restroom, I take another Zicam. Very pleased and highly recommend.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Really seems to work!
*by P***H on December 7, 2025*

Great taste, easy to use since the tablets are not in a blister pack, and definitely have been effective in shortening my last 2 colds! Good value and a quality product.

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