About zinc sulfate
Zinc mineral replacement
Used for
- Prevention or treatment of zinc deficiency
- Nutritional support when zinc cannot be given by mouth
Usual adult dose
Dose is individualized by clinical need and the amount of zinc in the full nutrition regimen.
Usual dose in children
Dose is individualized by age, weight, clinical need, and nutrition regimen.
Common side effects
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Abdominal discomfort
- Injection-site irritation
Important warnings
- For intravenous use under healthcare supervision; not for direct injection into a vein.
- Excess zinc can cause copper deficiency and anemia.
- Dose requires adjustment in kidney impairment.
- Use only preparations suitable for the prescribed route.
Pregnancy
Use when needed to meet nutritional requirements; dose should be clinically supervised.
Breastfeeding
Use when needed to meet nutritional requirements; dose should be clinically supervised.
Interactions
- Long-term excess zinc can reduce copper absorption.
- Zinc may reduce absorption of some antibiotics if given by mouth.
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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.