Zincite - Instructions For Use, Indications, Doses, Analogues

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Zincite

Instructions for use:

1. 1. Pharmacological action
2. 2. Release form
3. 3. Analogs
4. 4. Indications for use
5. 5. Method of application
6. 6. Contraindications
7. 7. Side effects
8. 8. Storage conditions

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Zincite (zinkit) is a biologically active food supplement taken in case of zinc deficiency in the body.

Pharmacological action of Zincite

The active component of Zincite is zinc sulfate, which compensates for zinc deficiency. The use of the drug in accordance with the instructions leads to an increase in the body's resistance to infectious diseases, a speedy recovery from colds, improved memory, reduced hair loss, increased efficiency and promotes wound healing.

Release form

Zincite is produced in the form of tablets for the preparation of an effervescent drink in tubes of 10 pcs., 2 tubes in a box. One tablet of Zincite (weighing 4.5 g) contains:

• zinc sulfate - 44 mg;
• citric acid - 2.3084 g;
• sodium bicarbonate - 1.6753 g;
• sorbitol - 0.4187 g;
• sodium cyclamate - 0.0315 g;
• aromatic additive (passion fruit) - 0.0135 g;
• sodium saccharinate - 0.0086 g.

Zincite's analogs

Zincite analogues are not produced for the active substance.

By the mechanism of action and belonging to one pharmacological group, the analogs of Zincite include:

• Vitadil GMI;
• Hepatsink;
• NAK Complex;
• Naturetto.

Indications for the use of Zincite

According to the instructions, Zincite is prescribed for the prevention and elimination of zinc deficiency. Drug treatment is prescribed in the case of:

• hypozinkemia, the causes of which are liver and kidney diseases, hypovitaminosis D, burns, psoriasis, enteritis, helminthic invasion;
• increased zinc excretion resulting from diabetes mellitus, rheumatoid arthritis, lupus erythematosus, colds, during pregnancy and lactation, when taking glucocorticoids.

Zinc deficiency can be caused by:

• improper nutrition;
• unbalanced diet;
• violation of zinc absorption (with intestinal diseases);
• increased release of zinc (with alcoholism, taking laxatives or other medications).

According to reviews, Zincite is recommended to be included in the diet as a dietary supplement with an additional source of zinc.

Method of using Zincite

In accordance with the instructions, Zincite is administered orally on an empty stomach, during or after meals. With pathology of the gastrointestinal tract, the use of Zincite before meals is unacceptable. Before use, the medicine must be dissolved in a glass of water.

The dosage of the drug depends on age and disease.

In the prevention of zinc deficiency, the dosage depends on the daily requirement for zinc:

• infants - 10-15 mg per day;
• children - 15-20 mg per day;
• adults 15-25 mg per day.

With enteropathic acrodermatitis, treatment with Zincite begins with a dose of 200-400 mg per day, for maintenance therapy, the dose is 50 mg per day.

The duration of the course of taking Zincite according to the instructions is 1 month, the course can be repeated 2-3 times a year.

The drug is taken two hours after the use of iron-containing drugs and tetracycline antibiotics.

With the concurrent use of Zincite with preparations containing zinc, a medical consultation is necessary.

Contraindications

According to the instructions, Zincite is contraindicated for use in case of individual intolerance to the active or auxiliary components that make up the drug.

Zincite is prescribed with caution in the following cases:

• immune encephalitis;
• acute renal failure;
• parenchymal kidney damage;
• pregnancy;
• during lactation.

The use of Zincite during pregnancy is permissible in case of proven zinc deficiency in the body.

Side effects

The use of the drug in accordance with the instructions causes complications extremely rarely, however, according to reviews, Zincite in case of an overdose can cause:

• nausea;
• vomiting;
• diarrhea;
• renal failure;
• dehydration;
• lethargy;
• malfunctions of the respiratory system;
• changes in the chemical composition of the blood;
• disorders of muscle functions.

Storage conditions

Zincite must be stored out of the reach of children and protected from light in a dry place, at room temperature not exceeding 25 ° C. The shelf life, subject to the recommendations, is 3 years.

Zincite: prices in online pharmacies

Drug name Price Pharmacy

Zincite effervescent tablets 20 pcs. 509 RUB Buy

Information about the drug is generalized, provided for informational purposes only and does not replace the official instructions. Self-medication is hazardous to health!