This preparation is used to treat zinc deficiency and conditions associated with zinc loss. Zinc deficiency may result from poor dietary intake or impaired absorption. Increased zinc loss can occur due to trauma, burns, diarrhea, or protein-losing disorders. Zinc supplementation should be continued until clinical improvement is observed; however, in cases of severe malabsorption, metabolic disorders, or ongoing zinc loss, long-term supplementation may be necessary.

Zinc sulphate monohydrate is a vital trace element that plays a key role in numerous enzyme systems within the body. Zinc is essential for normal growth, overall health, sexual development, and reproduction. It also supports adaptation to darkness (night vision), the senses of taste and smell, insulin storage and release, and various immune defense mechanisms. A deficiency in zinc can result in weakened immune function, delayed wound healing, reduced taste and smell sensitivity, decreased resistance to infections, poor night vision, increased risk of miscarriage, hair loss, mental sluggishness, skin disorders, and underdevelopment of reproductive organs.

Child under 10 kg: 5 mL (1 teaspoonful) twice daily after meals.
Child between 10–30 kg: 10 mL (2 teaspoonfuls) 1–3 times daily after meals.
Adults and children over 30 kg: 20 mL (4 teaspoonfuls) 1–3 times daily after meals.

This medicine is most effective when taken at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals. However, if it causes stomach discomfort, it may be taken with food.

For dispersible tablets:

• Place the tablet on a teaspoon
• Add an adequate amount of water
• Allow the tablet to dissolve completely
• Administer the full spoonful of solution

Simultaneous use of tetracyclines and zinc may reduce the absorption of both the antibiotic and zinc. Likewise, taking zinc together with quinolone antibiotics can decrease the absorption of each. Concomitant administration of penicillamine with zinc may also reduce zinc absorption.

It is contraindicated in those who are hypersensitive to any component of the ingredient of this preparation.

Zinc may cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, stomach upset, heartburn and gastritis.

The safety of this product during human pregnancy has not been established. Zinc can cross the placenta and is also excreted into breast milk.

In acute renal failure, zinc accumulation may occur in body; so dose adjustment is needed.

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Store in a cool, dry place protected from light and heat. Keep out of reach of children.