Zinc Lozenges supply bioavailable zinc, sweetened with sorbitol and flavored with natural orange extracts. Zinc lozenges may decrease the duration of colds or the severity of cold symptoms. Suggested Use:. One lozenge every two hours while awake, or as directed by physician. Allow to dissolve completly in the mouth. Children (under 60 pounds of body weight) may use half the adult dose. Do not exceed ten lozenges per day. Prolonged use of more than seven days in a row is not recommended. Consult your physician if you wish to extend use or increase frequency. When used on a regular basis, one or two lozenges per day may be taken for extended periods.