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Supports a healthy immune system*
Supports natural resistance*
Antioxidant protection*
Orange Flavor
GNC Ultra Zinc Lozenges are scientifically designed to support a healthy immune system and provide antioxidant protection.* Each lozenge is blister packed to be portable and easy to use.
Echinacea and Zinc - Key ingredients that help support natural resistance.* Vitamins A and C - Essential antioxidant vitamins that protect cells against the damage caused by free radicals.*
* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
- Supplement Facts
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As a dietary supplement, take two to six lozenges daily. Allow the lozenges to dissolve slowly in the mouth. Do not chew.
Other Ingredients: Sorbitol, Sorbitol, Sucrose, Sucrose, Fructose, Fructose, Natural Flavors, Natural Flavors, Citric Acid, Citric Acid Warning: Consult your physician prior to using this product if you are pregnant, nursing or taking medication, or have a medical condition. Discontinue use two weeks prior to surgery. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
Serving Size 2 Lozenges Servings Per Container 24 Amount Per Serving % DV Calories 5.00 Total Carbohydrate 1.00 g 0% Sugars 1.00 g Vitamin A (100% as beta-Carotene) 2000.00 IU 40% Vitamin A (100% as beta-Carotene) 2000.00 IU 40% Vitamin C (as Ascorbic Acid) 200.00 mg 333% Vitamin C (as Ascorbic Acid) 200.00 mg 333% Zinc (as Zinc Oxide) 20.00 mg 133% Zinc (as Zinc Oxide) 20.00 mg 133% Copper (as Copper Oxide) 1.00 mg 50% Copper (as Copper Oxide) 1.00 mg 50% Echinacea purpurea Herb Powder 20.00 mg ** Echinacea purpurea Herb Powder 20.00 mg ** ** Daily Value (DV) not established
Contains: Soybeans All mineral amounts are elemental.
Potencies verified by GNC procedure #5015. Conforms to USP <2091> for weight. - Health Notes
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Zinc
Zinc- Reliable and relatively consistent scientific data showing a substantial health benefit.
- Contradictory, insufficient, or preliminary studies suggesting a health benefit or minimal health benefit.
- For an herb, supported by traditional use but minimal or no scientific evidence. For a supplement, little scientific support.
Our proprietary "Star-Rating" system was developed to help you easily understand the amount of scientific support behind each supplement in relation to a specific health condition. While there is no way to predict whether a vitamin, mineral, or herb will successfully treat or prevent associated health conditions, our unique ratings tell you how well these supplements are understood by the medical community, and whether studies have found them to be effective for other people.
For over a decade, our team has combed through thousands of research articles published in reputable journals. To help you make educated decisions, and to better understand controversial or confusing supplements, our medical experts have digested the science into these three easy-to-follow ratings. We hope this provides you with a helpful resource to make informed decisions towards your health and well-being.
This supplement has been used in connection with the following health conditions:
Used for Amount Why Acne Vulgaris60 to 90 mg daily 
[3 stars] Several double-blind trials indicate that taking zinc reduces acne severity. Long-term use requires 1 to 2 mg of copper per day to prevent copper deficiency.
Acrodermatitis30 to 150 mg per day under a doctor's supervision [3 stars] Supplementing with the correct amount of zinc can completely resolve hereditary acrodermatitis enteropathicaCommon Cold and Sore Throat
(Zinc Lozenges)Use 13 to 25 mg as gluconate, gluconate-glycine, or acetate in lozenges every two hours [3 stars] Zinc lozenges used at the first sign of a cold have been shown to help stop the virus and shorten the illness.Down's Syndrome1 mg per 2.2 lbs (1 kg) of body weight daily [3 stars] Zinc may improve immune function, reduce infection rates, and stimulate growth. Take under a doctor's supervision.Male Infertility60 mg (plus 2 mg of copper, to prevent depletion) daily [3 stars] Zinc deficiency leads to reduced numbers of sperm and impotence in men. Taking zinc may correct this problem and improve sperm quality.Night BlindnessIf deficient: 15 to 30 mg daily (with 1 to 2 mg copper daily, to prevent depletion) [3 stars] A lack of zinc may reduce the activity of retinol dehydrogenase, an enzyme needed to help vitamin A work in the eye. Zinc helps night blindness in people who are zinc-deficient.Wilson's DiseaseConsult a qualified healthcare practitioner [3 stars] Supplementing with zinc may help reduce dietary copper absorption.Wound Healing30 mg daily (with 2 mg copper daily to prevent depletion), or apply topical zinc preparations regularly [3 stars] Zinc is a component of enzymes needed to repair wounds, and even a mild deficiency can interfere with optimal recovery from everyday tissue damage.Acne Rosacea23 mg three times per day for three months 
[2 stars] In a double-blind study, zinc supplements decreased the rosacea severity by about 75%. Long-term zinc users should also take a copper supplement to prevent deficiency.Alcohol WithdrawalTake under medical supervision: 135 to 215 mg daily [2 stars] Supplementing with zinc may correct the deficiency common in alcoholic liver cirrhosis and may correct the impaired taste function that people with cirrhosis often experience.Anorexia50 mg a day (with 1 to 3 mg copper daily, to protect against depletion) [2 stars] People with anorexia may be deficient in zinc, in which case supplementing with the mineral can restore levels and improve symptoms.Attention Deficit-Hyperactivity DisorderIf deficient: 15 mg per day [2 stars] In one study, children with ADHD who received zinc showed significantly greater behavioral improvement, compared with children who received a placebo.Birth Defects15 mg daily [2 stars] Many doctors recommend a zinc-containing multivitamin to all women of childbearing age who may become pregnant for its potential role in preventing neural tube defects.BulimiaRefer to label instructions [2 stars] People with bulimia may be deficient in zinc, in which case supplementing with the mineral can restore levels and improve symptoms.Canker Sores150 mg daily plus 1 to 2 mg of copper per day to prevent copper deficiency [2 stars] Zinc deficiency has been linked with recurrent canker sores, so treating the deficiency may lead to relief. Long-term zinc supplementation requires extra copper to avoid deficiency.
Celiac DiseaseConsult a qualified healthcare practitioner [2 stars] The malabsorption that occurs in celiac disease can lead to multiple nutritional deficiencies. Supplementing with zinc may correct a deficiency.Cold SoresConsult a qualified healthcare practitioner [2 stars] Topically applied zinc appears to inhibit the replication of the herpes virus and help prevent future outbreaks. Use topical zinc only under a doctor's supervision.Common Cold and Sore Throat
(Zinc Oral)For prevention: 15 mg daily; for treating colds: 30 mg daily at the onset [2 stars] In one study, oral zinc supplementation significantly reduced both the incidence and duration of the common cold.Crohn's Disease25 to 50 mg of zinc (with 2 to 4 mg of copper to avoid depletion) per day [2 stars] Zinc is needed to repair intestinal cells damaged by Crohn's disease. Supplementation may offset some of the deficiency caused by Crohn's-related malabsorption.Genital HerpesApply a topical preparation containing 0.025 to 0.9% zinc several times per day [2 stars] Applying zinc topically may help prevent outbreaks and has been shown to stop the pain, burning, and tingling of a herpes outbreak.Halitosis
(Zinc Chloride)Regularly use a mouthrinse or toothpaste containing zinc [2 stars] Zinc is able to reduce the concentration of volatile sulfur compounds in the mouth, thus lessening halitosis.Hepatitis and Hepatitis CTake zinc L-carnosine supplying 17 mg zinc twice per day [2 stars] In a preliminary trial, supplementing with betaine improved signs of liver inflammation in patients with nonalcoholic steatohepatitis, a type of liver inflammation.HIV and AIDS Support12 to 45 mg daily [2 stars] Zinc levels are frequently low in people with HIV infection. Zinc supplements have been shown to reduce the number of infections in people with AIDS.InfectionRefer to label instructions [2 stars] Zinc deficiencies can impair immune function. Supplementing with zinc has been shown to increase immune function in healthy people. Zinc lozenges have been found helpful in against the common cold.Infectious DiarrheaRefer to label instructions [2 stars] Two of the nutrients that may not be absorbed efficiently as a result of diarrhea are zinc and vitamin A, both needed to fight infections.Liver CirrhosisTake under medical supervision: 135 to 215 mg daily [2 stars] Supplementing with zinc may correct the deficiency common in alcoholic liver cirrhosis and may correct the impaired taste function that people with cirrhosis often experience.Macular Degeneration45 mg daily (with 1 to 2 mg of copper to protect against depletion) [2 stars] Two important enzymes in the retina that are needed for vision require zinc. In one trial, zinc supplementation significantly reduced the rate of visual loss in people with macular degeneration.Peptic Ulcer
(L-Carnosine)150 mg of zinc carnosine complex twice per day [2 stars] Studies have shown that a zinc salt of the amino acid carnosine protects against ulcer formation and promotes the healing of existing ulcers.Peptic Ulcer25 to 50 mg daily [2 stars] Supplementing with zinc may help speed the repair of damaged stomach tissue.Pregnancy and Postpartum SupportUse a prenatal supplement that includes zinc [2 stars] In one study, women who used a zinc-containing nutritional supplement before and after conception had a 36% decreased chance of having a baby with a neural tube defect.Rheumatoid ArthritisConsult a qualified healthcare practitioner [2 stars] Deficient zinc levels have been reported in people with rheumatoid arthritis. Some trials have found that supplementing with zinc reduces rheumatoid arthritis symptoms.Sickle Cell AnemiaTake under medical supervision: 100 mg of zinc (plus 2 mg of copper daily to protect against depletion) [2 stars] Supplementing with zinc appears to help prevent cell damage and speed healing of leg ulcers associated with sickle cell anemia.Skin UlcersTake under medical supervision: 50 mg of zinc (plus 1 to 3 mg of copper daily, to prevent depletion) and apply zinc-containing bandages or tape to the area [2 stars] Supplementing with zinc may help some types of skin ulcer by facilitating tissue growth.Sprains and StrainsTake under medical supervision: 25 to 50 mg daily ( plus 1 to 3 mg of copper daily, to prevent depletion) [2 stars] Zinc helps with healing. Even a mild deficiency can interfere with optimal recovery from everyday tissue damage and more serious trauma.ThalassemiaIf deficient: 22.5 to 90 mg daily [2 stars] Researchers have reported improved growth rates in zinc-deficient thalassemic children who were given zinc supplements.TinnitusTake under medical supervision: 90 mg daily (with 2 or 3 mg per day of copper to prevent depletion) [2 stars] For people deficient in zinc, supplementing with zinc may help improve their tinnitus.Type 1 DiabetesConsult a qualified healthcare practitioner [2 stars] Supplementing with zinc may lower blood sugar levels and improve immune function in people with type 1 diabetes.Type 2 Diabetes15 to 25 mg per day [2 stars] People with type 2 diabetes tend to be zinc deficient, supplementing with zinc may help restore levels.WartsTake under medical supervision: 2.25 mg per 2.2 lbs (1 kg) body weight, up to 135 mg per day [2 stars] In one study, supplementing with zinc, resulted in complete disappearance of warts in 87% of people treated.Athletic PerformanceRefer to label instructions 
[1 star] Exercise depletes zinc, and severe zinc deficiency can compromise muscle function. One trial found that zinc improved muscle strength, and another study of athletes with low zinc levels found that zinc improved red blood cell flexibility during exercise, which could benefit blood flow to the muscles.Benign Prostatic HyperplasiaRefer to label instructions [1 star] Zinc has been shown to reduce prostate size in some studies. If you are taking 30 mg or more of zinc per day, most doctors recommend adding 2 to 3 mg of copper to avoid deficiency.Childhood DiseasesRefer to label instructions [1 star] Zinc is a mineral antioxidant nutrient that the immune system requires. Supplementing with it increases immune activity in people with certain illnesses.Cystic FibrosisRefer to label instructions [1 star] The malabsorption produced by cystic fibrosis may adversely affect zinc absorption. Supplementing with zinc can help counteract this deficiency.Dermatitis HerpetiformisRefer to label instructions [1 star] Supplementing with zinc can counteract the nutrient deficiency that often occurs as a result of malabsorption.Ear InfectionsRefer to label instructions [1 star] Zinc stimulates immune function, so some doctors recommend zinc supplements for people with recurrent ear infections.GastritisRefer to label instructions [1 star] Zinc is helpful in healing peptic ulcers, which can occur in some types of gastritis.Gestational HypertensionRefer to label instructions [1 star] In one study, supplementing with zinc reduced the incidence of gestational hypertension in a group of pregnant Hispanic women who were not zinc deficient.GoiterRefer to label instructions [1 star] Deficiencies of zinc can contribute to iodine-deficiency goiter. Supplementing with zinc may help.HypoglycemiaRefer to label instructions [1 star] Zinc helps control blood sugar levels in diabetics, and since there are similarities in the way the body regulates high and low blood sugar levels, it might be helpful for hypoglycemia as well.HypothyroidismRefer to label instructions [1 star] In people with low zinc, supplementing with zinc may increased thyroid hormone levels.Immune Function25 mg daily [1 star] Zinc supplements have been reported to increase immune function. Some doctors recommend zinc supplements for people with recurrent infections.Insulin Resistance SyndromeRefer to label instructions [1 star] Low zinc intake appears to be associated with several of the risk factors common in IRS, and a low blood level of zinc is associated with insulin resistance in overweight people.Osgood-Schlatter Disease
(Manganese, Vitamin B6)Refer to label instructions [1 star] Some doctors have reported good results using a combination of zinc, manganese, and vitamin B6 for people with Osgood-Schlatter disease.OsteoporosisRefer to label instructions [1 star] Supplementing with zinc appears to be helpful in both preventing and treating osteoporosis.Pre- and Post-Surgery HealthRefer to label instructions [1 star] Zinc is important for proper immune system function and wound healing. Zinc supplements taken before surgery may prevent zinc deficiency and promote healing.ProstatitisRefer to label instructions [1 star] Zinc has antibacterial activity and is a key factor in the natural resistance of male urinary tract infections. Supplementing with it may improve postatitis.Common Cold and Sore Throat
(Zinc Nasal Spray)Not recommended due to a potenially serious side effect
Zinc nasal sprays appear to be effective at shortening the duration of cold symptoms, however, some people have experienced long-lasting or permanent loss of smell after using the spray. Zinc is an essential mineral that is a component of more than 300 enzymes needed to repair wounds, maintain fertility in adults and growth in children, synthesize protein, help cells reproduce, preserve vision, boost immunity, and protect against free radicals, among other functions.
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by PowerReviewsPros
- Good flavor (10)
- Effective (8)
- Easy to administer (7)
- No side effects (7)
- Promotes healing (7)
Cons
Best Uses
- Cough (6)
- Sore throat (5)
- Runny nose & sneezing (4)
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- Effective
- Good Flavor
- Promotes Healing
Cons
Best Uses
- Congestion
- Cough
- Runny Nose & Sneezing
- Sore Throat
Comments about GNC Ultra Zinc Lozenges®:
I chew a zinc tablet about every 4 hours when I feel a cold is coming on and drink lots of water and I usually can fend off the cold.
Pros
- Easy To Administer
- Effective
- Good Flavor
- No Side Effects
- Promotes Healing
- Relieves Symptoms Fast
Cons
Best Uses
- Cough
- Runny Nose & Sneezing
- Sore Throat
Comments about GNC Ultra Zinc Lozenges®:
At the first sign of a cold, I start taking these lozenges, and usually, the cold doesn't develop. I've been using these for several years now, and have maybe had two colds develop. If you do happen to get a cold, keep taking these and it'll have a shorter duration. I work as an RN in a hospital and need to stay healthy. These do the trick!
Pros
- Does Not Leave Aftertaste
- Easy To Administer
- Effective
- Good Flavor
- Promotes Healing
- Relieves Symptoms Fast
Cons
Best Uses
- Cough
- Coughs That Hang On
- Laryngitis
- Sore Throat
Comments about GNC Ultra Zinc Lozenges®:
Been using for years when I could find them. Used to use PharmAssure brand before dicontinuation. So glad to find these! Just let melt in mouth & don't drink or eat for half hour. Doesn't have a flavor or aftertaste, like other brands. I told a friend yesterday about it.
Pros
- Good Flavor
- No Side Effects
- Relieves Symptoms Fast
Cons
Best Uses
- Congestion
- Runny Nose & Sneezing
Comments about GNC Ultra Zinc Lozenges®:
I take this product as soon as I feel a cold coming on and It seems to do the trick.
Pros
- Easy To Administer
- Good Flavor
- No Side Effects
Cons
Best Uses
- Cough
- Fever
- Runny Nose & Sneezing
- Sore Throat
Comments about GNC Ultra Zinc Lozenges®:
Impressed!
Pros
- Easy To Administer
- Good Flavor
- No Side Effects
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about GNC Ultra Zinc Lozenges®:
Before this I could never handle zinc. I tried it in pill form and also in the coldeze lozenges. I would immediately get sick to my stomach. I was reluctant to try these but happy I did. The flavor is good and the best part is they do not upsent your stomach at all.
Pros
- Easy To Administer
- Effective
- Good Flavor
- Promotes Healing
Cons
Best Uses
- Cough
- Fever
- Healing
Comments about GNC Ultra Zinc Lozenges®:
I was looking for a chewable zinc supplement and this happened to be perfect for me. Tastes great and works well!
Pros
- Effective
- Good Flavor
- No Side Effects
- Promotes Healing
- Relieves Symptoms Fast
Cons
- NONE
Best Uses
- Cough
- Sore Throat
Comments about GNC Ultra Zinc Lozenges®:
recommended by a friend who also receives shots for allergies. On the rare occasion that I get sore throats now, I take a lozenge each hour. I rarely need more than 3. Amazing results; I've passed on this recommendation to numerous friends. I wouldn't be without these in my medicine cabinet.
Pros
- Easy To Administer
- Effective
- Good Flavor
- No Side Effects
- Promotes Healing
- Relieves Symptoms Fast
Cons
Best Uses
- Eczema
Comments about GNC Ultra Zinc Lozenges®:
My 4-year-old daughter got eczema and I read that supplementing with zinc might help. I got her this stuff and within a week her eczema had almost disappeared. Then I stopped giving it to her and it came back. What I love about this supplement:-- It tastes great, even to my picky 4-year-old.-- It worked to cure my daughter's eczema. -- It has copper in it. I read getting too much zinc can cause a copper deficiency. I assume that getting more copper as well will help with that. -- It doesn't have any artificial colors in it. -- The lozenges are individually wrapped in foil: no lozenges spilled on the kitchen floor. It is kind of expensive, as far as zinc supplements go, and because of that I have been trying other kinds. Nothing else I've tried tastes good or is as effective. I'm not sorry for trying others, but I do feel like I wasted my money on them. Here are the other zinc supplements we've tried, along with the reason I don't like them as much: -- "Liquid Ionic Zinc" by Trace Minerals. [@] This liquid supplement tastes terrible. It says right on the bottle to take "with juice or food to mask the concentrated mineral flavor." They weren't kidding. -- "TheraZinc Echinacea Lozenges" by Quantum. [@] I was hopeful because they're "lozenges" so they're meant to be sucked on, not swallowed like a pill. And they're supposedly cherry-flavored. But they don't taste good. My 4-year-old daughter won't eat them. My 2-year-old son loves them, but he eats mud, so that doesn't mean much. ;-) -- "Zinc Lozenges" by Energen. [@] Again, the word "lozenge" made me hopeful, but these don't taste good. -- "Calcium Magnesium Zinc" by Solaray. [@] These are capsules full of powder. Since my daughter can't swallow pills, I thought I'd open up these capsules and put the powder into peanut butter that she could eat. That wasn't terrible, and she would eat it. They did not seem to be as effective in curing her eczema, and it was a bit of a hassle to have to prepare it with the peanut butter instead of just giving her a yummy lozenge. I wish these had copper in them as well. Although they didn't work as well, it's a lot less-expensive and is probably a good option. -- Cold-Eeze. [@] These are sticky and take a long time to eat. My daughter does not like the taste and I can't speak to the effectiveness as far as curing eczema (although I love them for their intended use of helping with colds). Because of the copper deficiency problem, I read that you shouldn't supplement for more than a week. Whenever my daughter is taking the zinc, her eczema improves, but when she's not taking it, the eczema flares up again. I'm still trying to figure out why she has a zinc deficiency in the first place, and trying to learn what I can do to remedy it with diet instead of supplementation, but in the meantime I'm really happy to have this product. If you can swallow pills, there might be something that works as well as this. But if you're trying to get a picky child to ingest zinc, there's nothing easier than these lozenges.
Pros
- Easy To Administer
- Effective
- Good Flavor
- No Side Effects
- Promotes Healing
- Relieves Symptoms Fast
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about GNC Ultra Zinc Lozenges®:
I absolutely LOVE these!!! My mother told me about them a few years ago when my son and I kept getting strep. We were getting sick with strep every month or 2 and we'd have to go to the doctor (which was getting to be really expensive)...it was crazy. My mom told me about the lozenges and sent them to us and we started taking them as directed. Well, that was 2 yrs ago and we've only had to go to the doctor a few times since then. Anytime we feel an illness coming on, we take a lozenge and within a few hours we feel A LOT better....it's great!!! I'm also someone who suffers from sinus infections and I've always had to go to the doctor for antibiotics because my body could NOT fight it on it's own...it was horrible. Now, if I start to get an infection, I take the lozenges as directed for a couple of days and my sinus infection goes away on it's own. THANK YOU SOOOOOOOOOO MUCH GNC for your Zinc Lozenges!!!
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