zinc lozenges for colds

September 1996

You'll see a renewed interest in zinc lozenges for colds.

This was popular before...but interest waned. Some studies didn't pan out. And the zinc left a terrible taste.

Now new research has sparked new enthusiasm.

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Table of Contents

patients are using herbs
study comparing Proscar (finasteride) with Hytrin (terazosin) for BPH is causing quite a stir
Antidepressants a new antidepressant, Remeron
Gastroenterology TWO new regimens for treating ulcers caused by Helicobacter pylori
Infectious Diseases new warning that quinolone antibiotics can cause inflamed or ruptured tendons
Infectious Diseases zinc lozenges for colds
Infectious Diseases SINGLE dose of acyclovir (Zovirax) to ward off fever blisters or genital herpes
first metered-dose inhaler that doesn't contain chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs)
Vaccines wide-spread vaccination for ADOLESCENTS
Cerebyx (fosphenytoin injection)
Copaxone (Co-PAX-ohn, copolymer-1 or "cop-1")
Rheumatoid Arthritis comprehensive new guidelines for treating rheumatoid arthritis (RA)
Rheumatoid Arthritis monitor rheumatoid arthritis patients for serious drug toxicities
Dermatology new acne treatment, Differin (adapalene) gel
STRONGER warnings about the new diet pill Redux (dexfenfluramine)