G-Zinc 10 mg/5 ml (Syrup)
100 ml bottle: ৳ 20.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Zinc sulfate monohydrate |
| Company | Gonoshasthaya pharma ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Indicated in zinc deficiency and/or zinc losing conditions
- Treats excessive loss of zinc in trauma, burns, diarrhoea, and protein losing conditions
- Recommended for severe malabsorption, metabolic disease, or zinc losing states
Pharmacology
- Essential trace element involved in body enzyme systems
- Needed for normal growth, sexual maturation, reproduction, and immune defenses
- Vital for dark vision adaptation, olfactory and gustatory activity, insulin storage & release
- Supports a variety of host immune defenses and overall health
Dosage
- Dosage for child under 10 kg: 5 ml (1 teaspoonful) 2 times daily after food
- Dosage for child between 10-30 kg: 10 ml (2 teaspoonfuls) 1-3 times daily after food
- Dosage for adults and child over 30 kg: 20 ml (4 teaspoonfuls) 1-3 times daily after food
- Most effective if taken at least 1 hour before or 2 hour after meals
Administration
- Instructions for dispersible tablet administration
Interaction
- May decrease absorption of tetracycline and zinc
- May decrease absorption of quinolone drug and zinc
- Penicillamine intake with zinc may decrease zinc absorption
Contraindications
- Contraindicated in hypersensitivity to any component of the ingredient
Side Effects
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Stomach upset
- Heartburn
- Gastritis
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Safety in human pregnancy not established
- Zinc crosses placenta and is present in breast milk
Precautions & Warnings
- Dose adjustment needed in acute renal failure
Therapeutic Class
- Specific mineral preparations
Storage Conditions
- Keep in a dry place away from light and heat
- Keep out of the reach of children