Leozinc DS 10 mg/5 ml (Syrup)
100 ml bottle: ৳ 35.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Zinc sulfate monohydrate |
| Company | Leon pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Zinc deficiency treatment
- Treatment for zinc losing conditions
- Management of inadequate diet or malabsorption
- Management of trauma-induced zinc loss
- Supplement for protein losing conditions
Pharmacology
- Essential trace element
- Involvement in body enzyme systems
- Normal growth and health
- Vital for sexual maturation and reproduction
- Role in immune defenses
- Influence on insulin storage and release
- Impact on immune function
- Effects on wound healing
- Affects sense of taste and smell
- Influence on night vision
- Role in fighting infections
- Contribution to reproductive organ development
Dosage
- 5 ml dosage for children under 10 kg
- 10 ml dosage for children between 10-30 kg
- 20 ml dosage for adults and children over 30 kg
- Recommended frequency of administration after food
- Optimal timing for effective administration
- Guidance for use in case of stomach upset
Administration
- Instructions for dispersible tablet administration using a teaspoon and water
- Guidance for complete dissolution of tablet
- Recommended method for administering the solution
Interaction
- Potential interaction with tetracycline
- Possible interaction with quinolone drug
- Impact of penicillamine on zinc absorption
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to any ingredient of the preparation
Side effects
- Possible side effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach upset, heartburn, and gastritis
Pregnancy lactation
- Unestablished safety in human pregnancy
- Presence in breast milk
Precautions warnings
- Caution advised in cases of acute renal failure due to potential zinc accumulation
Therapeutic class
- Specific mineral preparations
Storage conditions
- Recommended storage in a dry place away from light and heat
- Directive to keep out of reach of children