Patient's question:
11-month-old baby drinking a bottle of zinc gluconate and calcium daily is excessive?Previous treatment history and effectiveness: At 8 months, a trace element test revealed zinc and iron deficiencies, so I started giving him zinc gluconate. The check at that time showed no calcium deficiency, but I was also given calcium gluconate.
What help is needed: Is it excessive to drink a bottle a day? Will it have an effect if there is no calcium deficiency?
Doctor's answer:
According to your description, your baby was tested for trace elements at 8 months and was found to be deficient in zinc and calcium. The baby takes one oral dose of zinc gluconate and calcium gluconate daily, which is still within the normal range. It is recommended that the family ensure the baby gets sufficient sun exposure and consumes more seafood, such as fish, especially oysters, which are rich in zinc and calcium. The above advice is for the question "Is it okay for an 11-month-old baby to drink a bottle of zinc gluconate and calcium gluconate every day?" and is hoped to be helpful to you. Wishing you good health!