Zicam is completely different® from most other cold remedies because it actually shortens colds versus just temporarily relieving symptoms. These fruit drops are homeopathic and made with zinc to shorten colds and relieve nasal congestion when taken at the first sniffle, sneeze or cough. Zicam Cold Remedy medicated fruits drops are soft, chewy, and great tasting with ultimate orange flavor. Take 1 drop every 2-3 hours, not to exceed 5 drops in 24 hours. Active ingredients: Zincum Aceticum 2x, Zincum Gluconicum 2x.