Xinc 20 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 3.50 (10 x 10: ৳ 350.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 35.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Zinc sulfate monohydrate |
| Company | Eskayef pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Indicated in zinc deficiency and/or zinc losing conditions
- Useful in trauma, burns, diarrhea, and protein losing conditions
Pharmacology
- Essential trace element
- Involved in body enzyme systems
- Vital for normal growth and health
- Crucial for sexual maturation and reproduction
- Required for various immune defenses
Dosage
- Child under 10 kg: 5 ml (1 teaspoonful) 2 times daily after food
- Child between 10-30 kg: 10 ml (2 teaspoonfuls) 1-3 times daily after food
- 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 hours after meals
Administration
- Dispersible tablet administration: Place the tablet in a teaspoon, Add adequate amount of water, Let the tablet dissolve completely, Give the entire spoonful solution
Interaction
- Concomitant intake with tetracycline and quinolone drugs may decrease absorption
- Concomitant intake with penicillamine may decrease absorption
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to any component of the preparation
Side Effects
- May cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach upset, heartburn, and gastritis
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Safety in human pregnancy not established
- Zinc crosses the 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