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This medication is a mineral used to treat or prevent low levels of zinc alone and together with oral rehydration therapy (ORT). It is also used as a topical astringent. Zinc Sulfate Injection, USP is indicated for use as a supplement to intravenous solutions given for TPN. Reduce drug development failure rates.
Zinc sulfate is used as a dietary supplement and to treat zinc deficiencies. It can be taken orally or intravenously. Side effects include abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. Nursing responsibilities include monitoring for side effects and ensuring proper administration and storage.
14 Δεκ 2013 · Introduction: the zinc sulphate solution is orally administered for pediatric purposes, in prophylaxis and treatment of zinc deficiency resulting from inadequate diet or malabsorption. It is...
1 Μαΐ 2023 · Zinc is a medication used in the management and treatment of diarrhea. It is in the mineral and supplemental class of drugs. This activity outlines the indications, action, and contraindications for zinc as a valuable agent.
The greatest evidence is for formulations containing zinc sulfate, and reasonable evidence exists for zinc oxide-glycine and zinc monoglycerolate. There is only limited evidence evaluating oral zinc supplementation.
Zinc sulfate was prescribed for a 9-month old patient diagnosed with acute gastroenteritis. Zinc is used to treat and prevent zinc deficiency and its consequences like stunted growth and acute diarrhea in children. It also boosts the immune system and treats conditions like the common cold. Side effects include nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.
Zinc sulphate (15 mg of zinc) or placebo syrup were administered for prophylaxis once daily during a 7-mo study period. The dose was increased to two times per day (30 mg of zinc) at the onset of cold, until symptoms resolved.