Tuesday, June 16, 2009

FDA says Zicam nasal spray can cause loss of smell

http://finance.yahoo.com/news/FDA-says-Zicam-nasal-spray-apf-15537702.html

Didn't the FDA pass this drug for consumer use in the first place? Why yes it did.
So one would have to assume that long term effects were studied and taken into account or discount as the case may be.
Greed kills. Do you think it's a good idea to allow a potentially mandatory flu vaccine to be fast tracked without the rigors of Zicam's testing to be approved?

The Food and Drug Administration says Zicam nasal spray can permanently damage users' sense of smell.

The FDA says consumers should stop using Zicam Cold Remedy nasal gel and related products immediately. All the over-the-counter products contain zinc. Scientists say that ingredient may damage nerves in the nose needed for smell.

The FDA says about 130
are you to take a fast tracked flu vaccine?

The Food and Drug Administration says Zicam nasal spray can permanently damage users' sense of smell.

The FDA says consumers should stop using Zicam Cold Remedy nasal gel and related products immediately. All the over-the-counter products contain zinc. Scientists say that ingredient may damage nerves in the nose needed for smell.

The FDA says about 130