Patient's question:
Easy to wake up, difficult to fall asleep, increased appetite, onset time: Examination results: Trace element examination, zinc content is 41.5. Past treatment history and effectiveness: Doctor, my child is three months old. The examination showed severe zinc deficiency. Yesterday, the doctor prescribed Zinc Citrate Tablets supplied by Henan Innovation Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. He started taking them last night, but today his appetite and deep sleep have worsened even more! He always wakes up after sleeping for only 20 minutes! Is it caused by this medication? For a child as young as him, what brand of zinc supplement is good?Doctor's answer:
After the baby took zinc citrate tablets, their appetite and sleep have been poor, which may be related to taking the medication. Taking zinc supplements can cause stomach discomfort in babies. It is recommended to supplement zinc for the child. Gluconate zinc can be a good choice, with a treatment course typically lasting 2-3 months. Gluconate zinc is best given to the baby 1-2 hours before changing diapers, which helps with absorption. If the baby experiences stomach discomfort, it should be taken after changing diapers to reduce stomach irritation. Zinc supplementation can interfere with iron absorption, so regular follow-up tests should be monitored.