Zinc Sulfate Injection is indicated in adult and pediatric patients as a source of zinc for parenteral nutrition when oral or enteral nutrition is not possible, insufficient, or contraindicated.
From the U.S. FDA-approved label for Zinc sulfate. Full label: DailyMed.
Zinc Sulfate Injection is indicated in adult and pediatric patients as a source of zinc for parenteral nutrition when oral or enteral nutrition is not possible, insufficient, or contraindicated.
From the U.S. FDA-approved label for Zinc sulfate. Full label: DailyMed.
Pharmacy Bulk Package. Not for direct intravenous infusion., See full prescribing information for information on preparation, administration, and general dosing considerations.
Directions from the U.S. FDA-approved label — your doctor or pharmacist may advise differently.
Zinc Sulfate Injection is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to zinc. Known hypersensitivity to zinc.
Excerpt from the U.S. FDA-approved label. Talk to a pharmacist or doctor before use.
Pulmonary Embolism due to Pulmonary Vascular Precipitates: If signs of pulmonary distress occur, stop the infusion and initiate a medical evaluation., Vein Damage and Thrombosis: Solutions with osmolarity of 900 mOsmol/L or more must be infused through a central catheter., Aluminum Toxicity: Increase risk in patients with renal impairment, including preterm infants, Monitoring and Laboratory Tests: Monitor fluid and electrolyte status, serum osmolarity, blood glucose, liver and kidney function, blood count and coagulation parameters throughout treatment., Copper Deficiency: If signs and symptoms develop, interrupt treatment with Zinc Sulfate Injection and check zinc, copper, and ceruloplasmin levels., Hypersensitivity Reactions: If reactions occur, discontinue Zinc Sulfate Injection and initiate appropriate medical treatment.
Warnings and precautions excerpt from the U.S. FDA-approved label — not a complete list. Talk to a pharmacist or doctor before use.
No zinc-related adverse reactions have been reported in clinical studies or post-marketing reports in patients receiving intravenously administered parenteral nutrition solutions containing zinc sulfate within the recommended dosage range. The following were identified in clinical studies or post-marketing reports.
Excerpt from the U.S. FDA-approved label — not a complete list. Talk to a pharmacist or doctor about side effects.
7 products from 6 makers in the NepalDoc medicine catalog use this generic:
| Brand | Composition | Maker | Pack |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redivit ZN 50mg Tablet | Zinc (50mg) | Best Biotech | strip of 10 tablets |
| S-Zinc Tablet DT | Zinc (20mg) | Home Remedies Private Limited | strip of 10 tablet dt |
| Zia 20 Tablet DT | Zinc Sulfate (20mg) | West-Coast Pharmaceutical Works Ltd | strip of 10 tablet dt |
| Zia 200 Tablet | Zinc Sulfate (200mg) | West-Coast Pharmaceutical Works Ltd | strip of 10 tablets |
| Zincolak Capsule | Zinc Sulfate (137.5mg) | A. Menarini India Pvt Ltd | strip of 10 capsules |
| Zod-Plus Oral Drops | Zinc Sulfate (20mg/ml) | Eshbilords Pharmaceuticals | bottle of 30 ml Oral Drops |
| Zynwin Tablet | Zinc Sulfate (137.232mg) | Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd | strip of 10 tablets |
Brand list from the NepalDoc medicine catalog. Availability varies by pharmacy — call ahead to confirm stock.
Store at 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F), excursions permitted to 15° to 30°C (59° to 86°F).
Storage information from the U.S. FDA-approved label.
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