Indications/Uses
This nutritional supplement is used for the following conditions: As an adjunct in the management of acute diarrhea; To help boost immune function; To help support optimum physical growth and development.
Dosage/Direction for Use
See Tables 2 and Table 3.
Missed dose: If the patient missed the dose for the day just take the next dose and the subsequent doses at the usual recommended schedule, i.e., once a day.
Do not double the dose unless recommended by a doctor.
Do not double the dose unless recommended by a doctor.
Overdosage
Rare occurrences of acute zinc poisoning have been reported. The toxicity signs observed after ingestion of high zinc doses (4-8 grams) include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, fever, metallic taste and lethargy (sleepiness).
If the patient has taken more than the recommended dosage, consult a doctor.
If the patient has taken more than the recommended dosage, consult a doctor.
Administration
Should be taken on an empty stomach: Take at least 1 hr before or 2 hr after meals. May be taken w/ meals to reduce GI discomfort.
Contraindications
If the patient is allergic to any component of the product.
Adverse Reactions
Gastrointestinal side effects such as nausea and vomiting are seen with doses of elemental zinc greater than 30 mg.
Storage
Store at temperatures not exceeding 30°C
Action
This nutritional supplement contains zinc. Zinc helps the body's natural defense against damaging free radicals (antioxidant effect) and helps boost immune function. Free radicals are highly reactive and unstable chemicals generated during normal body activities that require oxygen (e.g., respiration, digestion, blood circulation, immune system response, etc.) and after exposure to UV light, cigarette smoke and various pollutants. One major effect of zinc is on the ability of cells to properly replicate the DNA, which is required for cells to multiply. Hence, zinc is needed for normal growth.
Zinc has other known functions/effects: See Table 1.
Zinc has other known functions/effects: See Table 1.
Zinc is also recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO) and UNICEF as an adjunct in acute diarrhea management together with reduced osmolarity oral rehydration salts (ORS).
MedsGo Class
Electrolytes / Vitamins & Minerals (Paediatric)
Features
Brand
E-Zinc
Full Details
Dosage Strength
10mg /ml (equivalent to 27.5mg Zinc Sulfate)
Drug Ingredients
- Zinc
Drug Packaging
Syrup (Oral Drops) 15ml
Generic Name
Zinc
Dosage Form
Syrup (Oral Drops)
Registration Number
DR-XY34484
Drug Classification
Over-The-Counter (OTC)