--- product_id: 11725295 title: "Zicam Cold Remedy RapidMelts, Homeopathic Cold Shortening Relief with Zinc for Nasal Congestion, Non‑Drowsy, Citrus, 25 Count" brand: "zicam" price: "$24.94" currency: USD in_stock: true category: "Zicam" url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/11725295-zicam-cold-remedy-rapidmelts-homeopathic-cold-shortening-relief-with-zinc store_origin: US region: United States of America --- # Shortens cold duration effectively Refreshing citrus flavor 25 rapid-dissolve tablets Zicam Cold Remedy RapidMelts, Homeopathic Cold Shortening Relief with Zinc for Nasal Congestion, Non‑Drowsy, Citrus, 25 Count **Brand:** zicam **Price:** $24.94 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🍋 Beat the cold before it beats you—fast, fresh, and fuss-free! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Zicam Cold Remedy RapidMelts, Homeopathic Cold Shortening Relief with Zinc for Nasal Congestion, Non‑Drowsy, Citrus, 25 Count by zicam - **How much does it cost?** $24.94 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/11725295-zicam-cold-remedy-rapidmelts-homeopathic-cold-shortening-relief-with-zinc) ## 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 - • **Pre-Cold Defense:** Take control at the first sign—stop colds before they start and avoid the productivity slump everyone dreads. - • **Trusted Pharmacist #1:** Join thousands who rely on the #1 pharmacist recommended homeopathic cold remedy brand for proven results. - • **Delicious Citrus Boost:** Enjoy a zesty citrus flavor that makes cold relief a treat, not a chore—because feeling better should taste great. - • **Fast-Acting Zinc Power:** Harness the clinically-backed zinc formula that targets cold symptoms at the source, cutting your sick days short. - • **Non-Drowsy & On-the-Go:** Stay sharp and active with quick-melt tablets that dissolve instantly—perfect for busy professionals who can't afford downtime. ## Overview Zicam Zinc Cold Remedy RapidMelts are homeopathic, non-drowsy tablets designed to shorten the duration of colds when taken at the first sign. Featuring a refreshing citrus flavor, these quick-dissolve tablets offer convenient, on-the-go relief trusted by pharmacists and backed by over 11,000 five-star reviews. ## Description Zicam RapidMelts help you take charge before a cold takes over. At the first sniffle, cough, or sneeze, step in early with a formula that works differently to help shorten the duration of the common cold. Made with two forms of zinc, Zicam RapidMelts help shorten your cold when taken at the first sign while helping relieve nasal congestion, a common cold symptom. It’s non‑drowsy and non‑habit forming to support your body’s response to colds without slowing you down. The meltaway tablets dissolve quickly in your mouth, no water required, so they’re easy to take anywhere. Available in a variety of flavors, each dose delivers satisfying taste while you recover. For best results, adults and children 12 years and older, take at the first sign of a cold and continue every 2–3 hours until symptoms fade. You’ve got places to be, plans to keep, and strength to spare. Zicam is ready to help you feel like yourself again, sooner. ## 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. These delicious quick-dissolve tablets melt in your mouth and are great for on-the-go; They're also non-drowsy and non-habit forming. - 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.* Zicam also offers a range of products for homeopathic allergy relief, nasal congestion, and sinus relief. *For zinc cold remedies, zinc lozenges, and homeopathic cold products ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B000WAWN8K | | ASIN | B000WAWN8K | | Active Ingredients | Zinc | | Additional Features | Clinically Proven | | Age Range Description | Adult | | Best Sellers Rank | #1,384 in Health & Household ( See Top 100 in Health & Household ) #2 in Cold & Flu Medicine #454 in Sales & Deals | | Brand Name | Zicam | | Container Type | Bottle | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (11,941) | | Date First Available | December 24, 2007 | | Dosage Form | Tablets | | Flavor | Citrus | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00732216300246 | | Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No | | Item Dimensions | 1.75 x 2.75 x 4.63 inches | | Item Form | Tablet | | Item Weight | 0.01 Ounces | | Item model number | 20145A | | Manufacturer | Church & Dwight - Zicam | | Manufacturer | Church & Dwight - Zicam | | Manufacturer Part Number | 00732216503616 | | Model Name | Zicam Cold Remedy Rapidmelts | | Model Number | 20145A | | Net Content Count | 25 Count | | Number of Items | 1 | | Package Type Name | R | | Product Benefits | Cold and Flu Control | | Product Dimensions | 1.75 x 2.75 x 4.63 inches; 0.01 ounces | | Specific Uses For Product | Cold | | Target Audience | Unisex-Adults | | Target Use Body Part | Whole Body | | UPC | 732216300246 | | Unit Count | 25 Count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Zicam - **Item Weight:** 0.01 Ounces - **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 ![Zicam Cold Remedy RapidMelts, Homeopathic Cold Shortening Relief with Zinc for Nasal Congestion, Non‑Drowsy, Citrus, 25 Count - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71fXfkDMk6L.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size, Flavor** options. ## 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: Strength of dosage?? **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. ## Frequently Bought Together - Zicam Cold Remedy Zinc Rapidmelts, Citrus Flavor, 25 Count (Pack of 1) - Zicam Cold Remedy No-Drip Nasal Spray with Cooling Menthol & Eucalyptus, Homeopathic, Zinc-Free, Pre-Cold Medicine, Shortens Cold Duration, 0.5 Ounce - Zicam Cold Remedy Zinc Medicated Fruit Drops, Assorted Flavors, Homeopathic, Cold Shortening Medicine, Shortens Cold Duration, 25 Count --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.us/products/11725295-zicam-cold-remedy-rapidmelts-homeopathic-cold-shortening-relief-with-zinc](https://www.desertcart.us/products/11725295-zicam-cold-remedy-rapidmelts-homeopathic-cold-shortening-relief-with-zinc) --- *Product available on Desertcart United States of America* *Store origin: US* *Last updated: 2026-07-05*