Zinc sulfate

Generic name: Zinc Sulfate
Drug class: Minerals and electrolytes

Usage of Zinc sulfate

Zinc is a naturally occurring mineral. Zinc is important for growth and for the development and health of body tissues.

Zinc sulfate is used to treat and to prevent zinc deficiency and it also helps in the immune system function.

Zinc sulfate may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Zinc sulfate side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives, difficult breathing, swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Common side effects of zinc sulfate may include:

nausea; or

upset stomach.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Before taking Zinc sulfate

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using zinc sulfate if you have health problems or use other medications, or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

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How to use Zinc sulfate

Usual Adult Dose for Dietary Supplement:

Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA)-expressed as elemental zinc:19 years and older:Male: 11 mg (Upper intake limit: 34 mg)Female: 9 mg (Upper intake limit: 34 mg)Pregnancy: 11 mg (Upper intake limit: 40 mg)Lactation: 12 mg (Upper intake limit: 40 mg)Zinc sulfate injection: IV:Metabolically stable adults receiving TPN: 2.5 to 4 mg zinc/dayAcute catabolic states on TPN: Additional 2 mg zinc per day is recommended.Stable adult with fluid loss from the small bowel: Additional 12.2 mg zinc/liter of small bowel fluid lost, or an additional 17.1 mg zinc/kg of stool or ileostomy output is recommended.

Usual Pediatric Dose for Dietary Supplement:

Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA)-expressed as elemental zinc:0 to 6 months: Male: 2 mg (Upper intake limit: 4 mg)Female: 2 mg (Upper intake limit: 4 mg)7 to 12 months:Male: 3 mg (Upper intake limit: 5 mg)Female: 3 mg (Upper intake limit: 5 mg) 1 to 3 years:Male: 3 mg (Upper intake limit: 7 mg)Female: 3 mg (Upper intake limit: 7 mg)4 to 8 years:Male: 5 mg (Upper intake limit: 12 mg)Female: 5 mg (Upper intake limit: 12 mg)9 to 13 years:Male: 8 mg (Upper intake limit: 23 mg)Female: 8 mg (Upper intake limit: 23 mg)14 to 18 years:Male: 11 mg (Upper intake limit: 34 mg)Female: 9 mg (Upper intake limit: 34 mg)Pregnancy: 12 mg (Upper intake limit: 40 mg)Lactation: 13 mg (Upper intake limit: 40 mg)Zinc sulfate injection: IV:Full term infants and children up to 5 years of age: 100 mcg zinc/kg/day is recommended. Premature infants (birth weight less than 1500 g) up to 3 kg in body weight: 300 mcg zinc/kg/day is recommended.

Warnings

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

What other drugs will affect Zinc sulfate

Other drugs may affect zinc sulfate, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Tell your doctor about all other medicines you use.

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