CLIDE ZINC SYR
MRP 80/-UNIT
Composition
Each 5 ml contains: Zinc Gluconate USP (as Dihydrate) eq. to Elemental zinc 20 mg, in a flavored syrupy base
Doses
As Directed by Physician
Description
Taking zinc by mouth reduces the duration and severity of diarrhea in children who are undernourished. Zinc 20 mg daily is the most common dose used. But doses of 5-10 mg also seem to work and cause less vomiting. An inherited disorder that causes copper to build up in many organs (Wilson disease).
Formulation
Tablet