The makers of the cold and allergy medication Zicam have agreed to pay a $16 million settlement to resolve a class action lawsuit. According to the lawsuit, Zicam made “false and misleading statements about the effectiveness of certain Zicam products in violation of state and federal law.” Zicam is denying these claims.
Consumers who bought certain Zicam products between February 15, 2011 and June 5, 2018 can file a claim on their website to receive a cash payment. The following Zicam products are eligible:
RapidMelts Original
RapidMelts Ultra
Oral Mist
Ultra Crystals
Liqui-Lozenges
Lozenges Ultra
Chewables
Consumers can file up to five claims for those products without a receipt. However, with proof of purchase consumers are not limited on the amount of claims they file. Proof of purchase includes receipts, package, bottles or containers.
Claims can be filed here. The deadline to file a claim is October 3, 2018.
This blog is intended to provide information to the general public and to practitioners about developments that may impact Oregon class actions.
