Zinc Sulfate medication belong to Mineral class. Zinc Sulfate acts as integral part of several enzymes important to protein and carbohydrate metabolism, wound healing, maintenance of normal growth and skin hydration, and senses of taste and smell.



How to Take Zinc Sulfate

Take Zinc Sulfate exactly as prescribed by health care provider. Zinc Sulfate is generally available in market in the form Blisters of powder for oral inhalation 5 mg. After dilution, the solution is physically and chemically stable for 24 hr at room temperature and 48 hr if refrigerated. As an additional precaution, administer the diluted solution within 8 hr if stored at room temperature or 24 hr if refrigerated to minimize the potential administration of a microbially contaminated solution. Store undiluted vials at room temperature and protect from light. Do not administer with probenecid, acetaminophen, aspirin, or indomethacin (may inhibit metabolism or decrease clearance of Zinc Sulfate; serum concentrations may increase to potentially toxic levels).

Dosage Instructions for Zinc Sulfate Drug

Dietary supplementation; supplement to IV solutions given for TPN; treatment or prevention of zinc deficiencies. Ophthalmic solution used as mild astringent for relief of eye irritation.

Unlabeled Useof Zinc Sulfate Drug :

Treatment of acrodermatitis enteropathica and delayed wound healing associated with zinc deficiency; treatment of acne, rheumatoid arthritis, Wilson's disease.

Interactions of Zinc Sulfate with other drugs

Fluoroquinolones; tetracyclines: Absorption of these agents may be decreased.

What are the Side Effects of Zinc Sulfate -

Like other medicines, Zinc Sulfate can cause side effects. Some of the more common side effects of Zinc Sulfate include

* Pain; dizziness; insomnia;

* somnolence; malaise; nervousness; hypertonia.

* Abdominal pain

* Nausea; vomiting (especially in large oral doses).

Warnings and precautions before taking Zinc Sulfate :

* Identify food sources of zinc (eg, seafood, organ meats, wheat germ).

* Inform patient before taking Zinc Sulfate that sense of taste and smell, skin hydration, and wound healing should improve.

* Instruct patient to follow RDA guidelines and limitations in terms of vitamin and mineral supplementation.

* Tell patient before taking Zinc Sulfate to take with food if GI upset occurs but to avoid foods high in calcium, phosphorus, and phytate. Inform patient that bran, caffeine, and dairy products may decrease absorption.

* Tell patient before taking Zinc Sulfate to notify health care provider if change in vision occurs or if eye irritation or pain persists or increases while using ophthalmic form.

* Teach patient proper administration technique for eye drops.

* Caution patient before taking Zinc Sulfate to inform the health care provider if pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.

What if Overdose of Zinc Sulfate ?

If you think you or anyone else taken overdose of Zinc Sulfate , immediately telephone your doctor or contact your local or regional Poisons Information Centre Seek medical attention immediately. You may need urgent medical attention. Nausea, vomiting, dehydration, restlessness, sideroblastic anemia, profuse sweating, hyperamylasemia are may be the overdose symptoms of Zinc Sulfate .

What if Missed Dose of Zinc Sulfate ?

If you miss a dose of Zinc Sulfate medicine and you remember within an hour or so, take the dose immediately. If you do not remember until later, skip the dose you missed and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double doses.

Storage Conditions for Zinc Sulfate :

* Zinc Sulfate Available only in PO form.

* Store Zinc Sulfate tablets at room temperature (20? to 25'C; 68? to 77'F).

* Keep Zinc Sulfate in tightly sealed container, protected from light.

* Zinc Sulfate May be taken with meals and at bed time