Zinc orotate POS

Zinc orotate POS in detail

The total dose should not be exceeded without consulting a doctor or pharmacist.

How to use?
Take the medicine with liquid (e.g. 1 glass of water).

Duration of use?
The duration of use depends on the nature of the symptoms and/or the course of the illness. If in doubt, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

Overdosage?
Overdosing can lead to headaches, vomiting and a metallic taste. If you suspect an overdose, contact a doctor immediately.

Forgotten to take it?
Continue taking the medicine as normal (i.e. not double the amount) at the next prescribed time.

As a general rule: Pay particular attention to conscientious dosing for infants, small children and older people. If in doubt, ask your doctor or pharmacist about any effects or precautionary measures.

A dosage prescribed by a doctor may differ from the information in the package leaflet. Since the doctor will adjust it individually, you should therefore use the medicine according to his instructions.

The medicine must be stored away from heat.what are the reasons for not using it?

Always:
- Hypersensitivity to the ingredients

Under certain circumstances - talk to your doctor or pharmacist:
- Impaired kidney function
- kidney failure

Which age group should be considered?
- Children under 4 years of age: As a rule, the medicine should not be used in this age group.

What about pregnancy and breastfeeding?
- Pregnancy: Consult your doctor. Various considerations play a role in whether and how the medicine can be used during pregnancy.
- Breastfeeding: Consult your doctor or pharmacist. They will check your particular situation and advise you accordingly as to whether and how you can continue breastfeeding.

If you have been prescribed the medicine despite a contraindication, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. The therapeutic benefit may be greater than the risk associated with the use of a contraindication.what adverse effects can occur?

Side effects have only been described for the medicinal product and have only occurred in exceptional cases.

If you notice a change in your state of health or a change during treatment, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

The information provided here is based primarily on side effects that occur in at least one in 1,000 patients treated.
- Caution in case of allergy to zinc!
- Take care if you are intolerant to glucose. If you have to follow a diabetes diet, you should take the sugar content into account.
- There may be medicines with which interactions occur. You should therefore always tell your doctor or pharmacist about any other medicine you are already taking before starting treatment with a new medicine. This also applies to medicines that you buy yourself, use only occasionally or have been using for some time.
How does the ingredient of the medicine work?

Zinc is a vital trace element. It influences the function of vitamins and enzymes and has an effect on cell growth and the immune system.
Applied externally to the skin, zinc is effective against pathogens and inflammation and promotes wound healing.

Application

- Zinc deficiencyThe medicine should only be used if the zinc deficiency cannot be remedied by a change in diet.

Dosage

Start of treatment:1 tablet2 times a dayChildren aged 4-11 years before a meal (approx. 30 minutes)1 tablet3 times a dayAdolescents aged 12 and over and adults before a meal (approx. 30 minutes)Follow-up treatment:1 tablet2 times a dayChildren aged 4-11 years before a meal (approx. 30 minutes)1 tablet2-3 times a dayAdolescents aged 12 and over and adults before a meal (approx. 30 minutes)