Zinc Gluconate
Zinc Gluconate is an over-the-counter mineral supplement. Zinc is an essential trace element involved in numerous aspects of cellular metabolism, enzyme catalytic activity, immune function, protein synthesis, and DNA synthesis.
Dosage by Body Weight
Take with water. May be taken with food if stomach upset occurs. For acute diarrhea in infants and children, the WHO recommends daily zinc supplementation for 10-14 days. Avoid taking alongside dairy, calcium, or iron supplements as they can decrease zinc absorption.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- 5 mg to 10 mg of elemental zinc
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Tracking Notes
- Consult a pediatrician. Typically recommended as 10 mg daily for infants under 6 months of age with acute diarrhea.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- 10 mg of elemental zinc
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Tracking Notes
- Standard WHO recommendation for acute diarrhea in infants under 6 months.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- 10 mg to 20 mg of elemental zinc
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Tracking Notes
- For children 6 months and older, 20 mg daily is recommended for acute diarrhea.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- 20 mg of elemental zinc
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Tracking Notes
- Ensure adequate fluid intake. Do not exceed upper limits for chronic use.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- 20 mg of elemental zinc
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Tracking Notes
- Typically administered for 10-14 days during episodes of acute diarrhea.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | 5 mg to 10 mg of elemental zinc | Once daily | Consult a pediatrician. Typically recommended as 10 mg daily for infants under 6 months of age with acute diarrhea. |
| 5-7 kg | 10 mg of elemental zinc | Once daily | Standard WHO recommendation for acute diarrhea in infants under 6 months. |
| 8-10 kg | 10 mg to 20 mg of elemental zinc | Once daily | For children 6 months and older, 20 mg daily is recommended for acute diarrhea. |
| 11-15 kg | 20 mg of elemental zinc | Once daily | Ensure adequate fluid intake. Do not exceed upper limits for chronic use. |
| 16-20 kg | 20 mg of elemental zinc | Once daily | Typically administered for 10-14 days during episodes of acute diarrhea. |
Formulation
Purpose
Used to treat and prevent zinc deficiency, support immune system health, promote wound healing, and reduce the duration and severity of common colds and pediatric diarrhea.
Generic Name
Zinc GluconateBranded Drug Names
Zinc Gluconate is listed as a generic drug name. Common branded medicines that may contain the same active ingredient include:
Scheduled Drug
No. This medicine is generally not treated as a scheduled/prescription-only drug in common consumer references, but local rules may vary.