Medicine Overview
Adult Dose
| Clinical Information | Administration Information |
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Age: Adults |
Dose: Oral Tablet – 1 tablet Frequency: twice daily Note: Taken with meal. |
Child Dose
| Clinical Information | Administration Information |
|---|---|
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Age: Pediatric |
Dose: Tablet – one tablet (60 mg) Frequency: once daily Note: Tablet contains 9.5 mg of zinc; should be dispersible in water before intake and can be dispersed in a spoon; zinc preparations are safe from six months of age; orotate acts like carrier to transport zinc into cell and has no toxicity in the body of the children |
Administration
- Take as directed
- Follow prescribed schedule
Side Effect
- nausea
- vomiting
- metallic taste and stomach upset etc
Drug Interaction
Drug Interaction
| Drug Name | Risk Factors |
|---|---|
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No interactions listed
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Disease Interaction
Disease Interaction
| Disease Name | Risk Factors |
|---|---|
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Hypersensitivity to Zinc
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Risk of allergic reactions
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Pregnancy
Pregnancy
Lactation
Special Use
Precaution
Overdose
Pharmacology
Storage
Store in a cool and dry place, away from light & moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.
Data Sources
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