Patient's question:
My baby is just 45 days old. It was found that there is a zinc deficiency. Hello, can you drink zinc gluconate oral solution??? Onset time: Examination results: What kind of assistance is needed: Hello, can you drink zinc gluconate oral solution??Doctor's answer:
Usage and Dosage: 5~10 milliliters for infants and children per day, 20~30 milliliters for adults per day, taken 2~3 times after meals.Medical Advice:
[Adverse Reactions] May cause mild nausea, belching, dry cough, and constipation. Long-term use may lead to rebound hypersecretion of gastric acid. It is not recommended for long-term use, as it may cause impaired absorption.
[Contraindications] Do not use in cases of hypercalcemia, hyperzincemia, hyperthyroidism, or when taking digitalis drugs.
[Precautions] Use with caution in patients with impaired renal function or diabetes. It should only be taken when diagnosed with calcium deficiency, especially zinc deficiency. If long-term use is necessary, it must be under the guidance of a physician.