Zinc Sulfate: Everything You Need to Know

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What is zinc sulfate?

Zinc sulfate is used to treat and prevent zinc deficiencies, and it also helps strengthen immune system function.

Zinc sulfate side effects

Nausea, upset stomach, heartburn. Pharmacist It can happen. If these effects persist or get worse, tell your doctor or

If your doctor has directed you to use this product, remember that your doctor has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people who use this product do not experience serious side effects.

Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side effects, including: signs of infection (such as sore throat; fever that doesn't go away, fever, chills), mouth sores, unusual tiredness, weakness .

Very serious allergic reactions to the product are rare. However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash/swelling of tongue (especially of face/itching) dizziness, trouble breathing.

This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

manufacture

The main application of heptahydrate is as a coagulant in rayon production. It is also the precursor of the pigment lithopone. It is also used as an electrolyte in zinc plating, as a mordant in dyeing, and as a preservative for skin and leather.

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Follow all directions on the label and packaging. Use exactly as directed.

usage

Nutrition

Zinc sulfate is used to provide zinc in animal feed, fertilizers, toothpastes and agricultural sprays. Zinc sulfate, like many zinc compounds, can be used to control moss growth on roofs.

Zinc sulfate can be used to supplement zinc during the brewing process. Zinc is an essential nutrient for optimal yeast health and performance, although it is not a necessary supplement for low-strength beers because grains commonly used in brewing already provide sufficient zinc. It is a more common practice to push the yeast to its limits by increasing the alcohol content beyond the yeast's comfort range. Before the advent of modern stainless steel, brewing kettles, and fermentation vessels, and after wood, zinc slowly leached out through the use of copper kettles. Presumably, modern copper immersion coolers can provide trace amounts of zinc; therefore care must be taken when supplementing to avoid overdose.

Zinc sulfate is a potent inhibitor of the sweetness perception of most sweet substances.

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Main article: Zinc sulfate (medical)
It is used as a dietary supplement to treat zinc deficiency and prevent the condition in high-risk groups. Side effects of overdose may include abdominal pain, vomiting, headache, and tiredness. It is also used with oral rehydration therapy (ORT) and astringents.

Before taking this medicine

Before taking this product, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients that may cause allergic reactions or other problems. Ask your pharmacist for more details.

Before using this product, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: low blood copper levels.

Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, over-the-counter drugs, and herbal products).

If you are pregnant, tell your doctor before using this product.

Product passes into breast milk. Although there have been no reports of harm to nursing infants, consult your doctor before breastfeeding.

Will zinc sulfate interact with other medications you are taking?

Drug interactions may change how your medicines work or increase your risk of serious side effects. This document does not contain all possible drug interactions. Keep a list of all the products you use (including prescription/nonprescription drugs and herbal products) and share it with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicines without your doctor's approval.

Some drugs that may interact with this product include: penicillamine, phosphorus-containing products.

This product can reduce the absorption of other drugs, such as tetracycline antibiotics (including ), bisphosphonates (such as ciprofloxacin). Keep the doses of these drugs as separate as possible from the doses of this product. Ask your doctor or pharmacist how long you should wait between doses and get help finding a dosing schedule that works for all your medications. Levofloxacin, (eg, antibiotics) and the quinolones alendronate, minocycline, doxycycline .

How should I take zinc sulfate?

Take this product by mouth as directed by your doctor or on the product package. Take this product 1 hour before meals or 2 hours after meals. If you have an upset stomach, you can take it with food. Avoid eating milk, bran, grains or cereals within 2 hours of taking this product.

Use this product regularly to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, use it at the same time every day.

The recommended daily dose of zinc sulfate varies with age. Please follow your healthcare provider's instructions.

Take zinc sulfate with a full glass of water.

If zinc sulfate causes stomach upset, take it with food.

Store at room temperature, away from moisture and heat.

Zinc Sulfate Dosage Information

Usual adult doses of dietary supplements:

Recommended dietary allowance (RDA) - expressed as elemental zinc:
19+:
Men: 11 mg (maximum intake: 34 mg)
Women: 9 mg (maximum intake: 34 mg)
Pregnancy: 11 mg (upper intake limit: 40 mg) Adults with stable intestinal fluid loss: An additional 12.2 mg zinc/an additional 17.1 mg zinc per kilogram of stool or ileostomy output is recommended. Acute catabolic states on TPN: An additional 2 mg of zinc per day is recommended. Metabolically Stable Adults Receiving TPN: 2.5 to 4 mg zinc/day Zinc Sulfate Injection: IV:
Lactation period: 12 mg (maximum intake: 40 mg)

Commonly used pediatric dosages of dietary supplements:

Recommended dietary allowance (RDA) - expressed as elemental zinc:
0 to 6 months:
Men: 2 mg (maximum intake: 4 mg)
Women: 2 mg (maximum intake: 4 mg)
7 to 12 months:
Men: 3 mg (maximum intake: 5 mg)
Women: 3 mg (maximum intake: 5 mg)

1 to 3 years old: Premature infants weighing less than 3 kg (birth weight less than 1500 g): recommended daily intake of 300 mcg zinc/kg. Full-term infants and children under 5 years of age: 100 mcg zinc/kg/day is recommended. Women: 8 mg (Intake limit: 23 mg) Breastfeeding: 13 mg (Intake limit: 40 mg) During pregnancy: 12 mg (Intake limit: 40 mg) Women: 9 mg (Intake limit: 34 mg) Men: 11 mg ( Intake upper limit: 34 mg) 14 to 18 years old: Male: 8 mg (Intake upper limit: 23 mg) 4 to 8 years old: Female: 5 mg (Intake upper limit: 12 mg) Male: 5 mg (Intake upper limit: 12 mg) Female : 3 mg (maximum intake: 7 mg)
Men: 3 mg (maximum intake: 7 mg)

What should I avoid when taking zinc sulfate?

Avoid taking this medication with foods rich in calcium or phosphorus, which can make it harder for your body to absorb zinc sulfate. Foods rich in calcium or phosphorus include milk, cheese, yogurt, ice cream, beans or peas, lentils, nuts, peanut butter, beer, cola soft drinks, and hot cocoa.