Zinc Lozenges | Vibepedia

Zinc lozenges, typically containing zinc acetate or zinc gluconate, are dietary supplements used to treat the common cold. While there is no evidence that zinc supplementation prevents colds in the general population, properly composed zinc lozenges have been shown to shorten the duration of colds. The human rhinovirus, the most common cause of the common cold, is suppressed by zinc's anti-inflammatory properties. Adverse effects of zinc lozenges can include bad taste and nausea. The National Institutes of Health has funded research on the effects of zinc lozenges on the common cold. Zinc lozenges may have other health benefits, such as boosting the immune system and reducing inflammation.