RITE AID CHERRY ZINC LOZENGES- zinc gluconate lozenge

Rite Aid Cherry Zinc Lozenges by

Drug Labeling and Warnings

Rite Aid Cherry Zinc Lozenges by is a Homeopathic medication manufactured, distributed, or labeled by Rite Aid, Bestco LLC. Drug facts, warnings, and ingredients follow.

Drug Details [pdf]

ACTIVE INGREDIENT

Active ingredient (in each lozenge)

Zincum Gluconicum 2X HPUS

The letters "HPUS" indicate that the active ingredient is in the official Homeopathic Pharmacoeia of the United States.

PURPOSE

Purpose

Cold Relief

INDICATIONS & USAGE

Uses

• reduces the duration of nasal congestion and shortens the length of the common cold

WARNINGS

Warnings

Ask a doctor before use if you have a sensitivity to zinc or are allergic to zinc or any of the other ingredients in this product.

ASK DOCTOR/PHARMACIST

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking minocycline, doxycycline, tetracycline or are on coumadin therapy; zinc treatment may inhibit the absorption of these medicines.

WHEN USING

When using this product

• to avoid minor stomach upset, do not dissolve lozenges on an empty stomach
• avoid citrus fruits or juices and products containing citric acid 1/2 hour before or after taking, as they may diminish effectiveness

STOP USE

Stop use and ask doctor if symptoms persists for more than 7 days or are accompanied by a fever

PREGNANCY OR BREAST FEEDING

If pregnant of breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN

Keep out of reach of children.

DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION

Directions

• adults and children 12 years and over
• for best results, begin treatment at start of symptoms (within 24 - 48 hours of onset)
• completely dissolve lozenges in mouth. (Do not swallow whole. Do not chew.)
• repeat every 2 - 4 hours as needed until symptoms subside
• do not exceed 6 lozenges for adults and 4 lozenges for children ages 12 - 17 in a 24 hour period
• for children under 12 years of age, consult a health professional prior to use

OTHER SAFETY INFORMATION

Other information

• not formulated to be effective for treatment of influenza or allergies
• store in a cool dry place after opening
• no artificial colors or preservatives
• Zinc content per lozenge: 13.3 mg

INACTIVE INGREDIENT

Inactive ingredients: Corn starch, corn syrup, glycerine, glycine, medium chain triglycerides, natural flavors, soybean oil, sucrose and water.

QUESTIONS

Questions? Or to report an adverse event call 1-800-245-2898. Monday - Friday, 9AM to 4PM EST

PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL

INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE

RITE AID CHERRY ZINC LOZENGES 
zinc gluconate lozenge

Product Information
Product Type	HUMAN OTC DRUG	Item Code (Source)	NDC: 11822-0082
Route of Administration	ORAL

Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
Ingredient Name	Basis of Strength	Strength
ZINC ACETATE (UNII: FM5526K07A) (ZINC CATION - UNII:13S1S8SF37)	ZINC ACETATE	2 [hp_X]

Inactive Ingredients
Ingredient Name	Strength
WATER (UNII: 059QF0KO0R)

Product Characteristics
Color	white (semi-translucent)	Score	no score
Shape	OVAL	Size	17mm
Flavor	CHERRY	Imprint Code	B
Contains

Packaging
#	Item Code	Package Description	Marketing Start Date	Marketing End Date
1	NDC: 11822-0082-1	25 in 1 CARTON; Type 0: Not a Combination Product	05/05/2022

Marketing Information
Marketing Category	Application Number or Monograph Citation	Marketing Start Date	Marketing End Date
unapproved homeopathic		05/05/2022

Labeler - Rite Aid (014578892)

Registrant - Bestco LLC (002149136)

Establishment
Name	Address	ID/FEI	Business Operations
Bestco LLC		002149136	manufacture(11822-0082)