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Zinc Lozenges (Cold Remedy)
Zinc lozenges are safe during breastfeeding and may shorten cold duration. They work locally in the throat and contribute only small systemic zinc amounts.
Zinc lozenges (Cold-EEZE, Zicam lozenges) provide zinc at amounts that some evidence suggests can reduce cold severity and duration when started early. Zinc is an essential nutrient that breastfeeding women already need more of. Amounts from lozenges are well within safe ranges. Avoid inhaled zinc products (Zicam nasal), which are associated with anosmia (loss of smell).
Always confirm with your doctor or lactation consultant before making dietary changes while breastfeeding.
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