About zinc gluconate
Zinc mineral supplement
Used for
- Prevention or treatment of zinc deficiency.
- Nutritional supplementation when dietary zinc is inadequate.
Usual adult dose
For deficiency, commonly 15–30 mg elemental zinc daily; dose depends on the cause and duration.
Usual dose in children
For deficiency, dose depends on age and clinician guidance; routine needs vary by age.
Common side effects
- Nausea or stomach upset.
- Metallic taste.
- Vomiting or diarrhea, especially with higher doses.
Important warnings
- Long-term high doses can cause copper deficiency and anemia.
- Separate from certain antibiotics and penicillamine; zinc can reduce their absorption.
- Check whether the label states elemental zinc or zinc gluconate weight.
Pregnancy
Zinc is needed during pregnancy; total intake should stay within recommended limits unless treating deficiency.
Breastfeeding
Zinc is compatible with breastfeeding at recommended intake; excessive doses may be harmful.
Interactions
- Quinolone and tetracycline antibiotics: zinc can reduce absorption; separate doses.
- Penicillamine: zinc can reduce absorption.
- Iron or calcium supplements may reduce zinc absorption when taken together.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.