Zinton 10 mg/5 ml (Syrup)
100 ml bottle: ৳ 35.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Zinc sulfate monohydrate |
| Company | Millat pharmaceuticals ltd |
Indications
- Indicated in zinc deficiency
- Zinc losing conditions
- Excessive loss of zinc in trauma
- Burns
- Diarrhea
- Protein losing conditions
Pharmacology
- Essential trace element
- Involved in body enzyme systems
- Vital for sexual maturation and reproduction
- Dark vision adaptation
- Olfactory and gustatory activity
- Insulin storage & release
- Host 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
Administration
- For dispersible tablet: Place the tablet in a teaspoon, Add adequate amount of water, Let the tablet 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 for 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