meta_analysis
    2017
    High Quality

    Zinc lozenges and the common cold: a meta-analysis comparing zinc acetate and zinc gluconate, and the role of zinc dosage

    Hemila H

    Published in JRSM Open

    Key Findings

    High-dose zinc acetate and gluconate lozenges shortened common cold duration by about 33% with no difference between salts.

    Conclusions

    Zinc lozenges started early can shorten febrile viral illness duration modestly.

    Limitations

    Few trials; taste-related unblinding possible.

    Supplements Studied

    Zinc
    Mineral

    High-dose zinc acetate or gluconate lozenges shortened common cold duration by about 33 percent.

    Outcomes Measured

    Seasonal Immune Support

    Zinc lozenges shortened the duration of common cold symptoms by about one third.

    Pathogen Resistance

    High-dose zinc acetate lozenges shortened cold duration by roughly 33% versus placebo

    Related Health Concerns

    Fever

    Study Details

    Year:2017
    Quality Score:7/10

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