Zinc Gluconate
Essential mineral for cell growth and wound healing. Recommended by WHO for all children with diarrhea.
Dosage by Body Weight
Dose is based on elemental zinc content. Usually 10-20 mg once daily for 14 days.
- Body Weight
- Infants >6 months
- Dose
- 20 mg elemental Zinc
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Tracking Notes
- Continue the full 14-day course even if diarrhea stops.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Infants >6 months | 20 mg elemental Zinc | Once daily | Continue the full 14-day course even if diarrhea stops. |
Formulation
Purpose
Zinc supplement used for immune support and diarrhea management.
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.
Alternatives
Safety Advice
Alcohol
CAUTIONZinc Gluconate: Alcohol may worsen dehydration, stomach upset, or interfere with nutritional recovery. Avoid or limit alcohol.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBEDZinc Gluconate: Generally safe in pregnancy when used at recommended doses or as prescribed. Avoid excessive supplementation.
Breast Feeding
SAFEZinc Gluconate: Generally compatible with breastfeeding when used at recommended doses. Ask a healthcare provider before high-dose use.
Driving
SAFEZinc Gluconate: Usually does not affect driving. Avoid driving only if you feel unwell, dizzy, or weak from the underlying condition.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBEDZinc Gluconate: Usually safe at recommended doses, but high-dose or fat-soluble vitamin use should be medically supervised in liver disease.
Kidney
CAUTIONZinc Gluconate: Kidney disease may require avoiding or adjusting minerals and electrolytes such as potassium, magnesium, calcium, or phosphate.