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Zinc-is a chemical element with the symbol Zn and atomic number 30.

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Zinc-is a chemical element with the symbol Zn and atomic number 30.

Zinc is a chemical element with the symbol Zn and atomic number 30. It is the first element in group 12 of the periodic table. More

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Description

Zinc is a chemical element with the symbol Zn and atomic number 30. It is the first element in group 12 of the periodic table.

Generic Name

Zinc-is a chemical element with the symbol Zn and atomic number 30.

Chemical names

Zinc dust; Zinc powder; Cinc

Brand names

IUPAC name

Zinc

Pharmacokinetics

Actions

Dosage/Dosage form

Topical, as directed by physician.

Therapeutic uses

Treatment of zinc deficiency, severe diarrhoea, liver cirrhosis, alcoholism and Wilson’s disease.

Adverse effects/Side effects

Severe allergic reactions

Interaction

Zinc may interact with cisplatin, quinolone antibiotics, tetracycline, amiloride and penicillamine

Contraindications

  • Zinc supplements are contraindicated in HIV/AIDS patients.
  • Do not give Zinc supplements to children unless prescribed by a pediatrician

Storage

Store it at room temperature.

Information

Molecular weight

65.409

Molecular formula

Zn

CAS number

7440-66-6

Precautions

Do not take zinc supplements more than 100 mg/day. It can increase the risk of developing prostate cancer. 

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