Zico 10 mg/5 ml (Syrup)
100 ml bottle: ৳ 50.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Zinc sulfate monohydrate |
| Company | General pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Indicated in zinc deficiency and/or zinc losing conditions
- Excessive loss of zinc in trauma, burns, diarrhea, protein losing conditions
- Supplement for severe malabsorption, metabolic disease, zinc losing states
Pharmacology
- Essential trace element involved in body enzyme systems
- Vital for normal growth, sexual maturation, reproduction, immune defenses
- Deficiency may lead to impaired immune function, delayed wound healing, reduced ability to fight infections, poor night vision, increased risk of abortion, alopecia
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
Administration
- Dispersible tablet administration: place tablet in a teaspoon, add water, let it dissolve completely, give the entire spoonful solution
Interaction
- Concomitant intake of tetracycline and zinc may decrease absorption of both
- Concomitant administration of zinc and quinolone drug may decrease absorption of both
- Concomitant intake of penicillamine and zinc may decrease absorption of zinc
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to any component of the ingredient of this preparation
Side Effects
- Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach upset, heartburn, 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 to prevent zinc accumulation
Therapeutic Class
- Specific mineral preparations
Storage Conditions
- Keep in a dry place away from light and heat
- Keep out of the reach of children