zinc
Patient Counselling
Patient Counselling
- Zinc supplementation may reduce the severity and duration of diarrhea in children.
- Zinc supplements are generally well tolerated but vomiting has been reported as the more common adverse effect.
- Zinc supplements may come in different salt forms: zinc acetate, zinc gluconate, and zinc sulphated
- Different formulations come in different strengths.
- Use appropriate administration tools such as oral syringes to ensure proper dosing.