Zinc acetate Information

Zinc acetate is a prescription medicine. Wilson's Disease are some of its major therapeutic uses. Zinc acetate also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Zinc acetate depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Zinc acetate as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Zinc acetate normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Zinc acetate is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Zinc acetate's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Zinc acetate related warnings section.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Zinc acetate are listed in the contraindications section below.

Additionally, Zinc acetate may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Zinc acetate is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

Zinc acetate Benefits
Zinc acetate Side Effects
Zinc acetate Contraindications

Zinc acetate Benefits

Zinc acetate is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Zinc Deficiency

Zinc acetate Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult(Male)	Disease: Nutritional Deficiency Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 11 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Nutritional Deficiency Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 11 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Nutritional Deficiency Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 11 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)	Disease: Nutritional Deficiency Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 8 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: pregnant females may take 13 mg/day
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Nutritional Deficiency Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 8 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Children 4 - 8 years may take 5 mg/day and Children 2 - 3 years may take 3 mg/day
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Nutritional Deficiency Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 3 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: below 6 months old can take 2 mg/day
Adult	Disease: Wilson's Disease Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Zinc acetate Side Effects

No side effects of Zinc acetate have been reported in the medical literature. However, you should always consult your doctor before using Zinc acetate.

Zinc acetate Related Warnings

Is the use of Zinc acetate safe for pregnant women?

Zinc acetate is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Zinc acetate safe during breastfeeding?

Zinc acetate does not cause any harmful effects during breastfeeding.

Safe
What is the effect of Zinc acetate on the Kidneys?

There are no any side effects of Zinc acetate for kidney.

Safe
What is the effect of Zinc acetate on the Liver?

Zinc acetate is completely safe for liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Zinc acetate on the Heart?

Using Zinc acetate does not have any harmful effects on heart.

Safe