Zincovit tablet contains vitamins A, B complex, C, D, and E, minerals and Zinc. It is prescribed in suspected cases of dietary deficiency and in diseases when proper nutrition absorption by the body gets hampered or in any medical situation in which the body is not able to derive proper nutrition from regular food intake.
Vitamins present in Zincovit tablet essential for normal and healthy growth and development of the body and involved in the proper functioning of the heart, nervous system and immune system. Minerals are important for the normal functioning of enzymes and hormones, muscles and bones, the nervous system and immune system defenses. Grape seed extract present in it is a natural antioxidant which prevent or delay cell damage, from certain free radicals that cause harm to the body and building the body’s resistance to infection.
How To Use
The consumption of Zincovit does not bring about severe side effects. Moderate signals are noticed in some patients which disappear over time. In case any discomfort persists, a medical professional should be consulted. An exhaustive list of probable side effects of Zincovit is given below.
Hot flushes
Foul taste in mouth
Burps leaving a metallic aftertaste
Allergy and itching
Dry mouth
Risk of kidney stones
Nerve damage and slowdown of nervous system
Trouble in urination
Consistent cough
Seizures
Constipation
Nausea
This is not an exhaustive list of side effects. Please inform your doctor if you experience any adverse reaction to the medication.
Side Effect
Side effects of Zincovit tablet:
Zincovit tablet may cause nausea, vomiting, stomach upset, headache, skin rashes or other allergic reactions, although not everybody gets them.
How to manage side effects:
Nausea:
Drink clear or ice-cold drinks. Eat light, bland foods (such as saltine crackers or plain bread) and avoid fried, greasy, or sweet foods. Eat slowly and eat smaller, more frequent meals. Drink beverages slowly and avoid activity after eating.
Headache:
Apply a cold, moist cloth or ice pack to your forehead and temples. Rest in a quiet, comfortable, dark room.
Safety Advice:
Always take Zincovit tablet exactly as your doctor has told you.
Do not use if you are allergic to any of its components.
If you are pregnant or are planning to conceive, take your doctor’s advice before using it.
Tell your doctor about all the medicines you use, including prescription and non-prescription medicines and herbal supplements.
Drug Interactions
Vitamins – vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin E, vitamin B1 (thiamine), vitamin B2 (riboflavin), vitamin B3 (niacin), vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid), vitamin B6 (pyridoxine), vitamin B7 (biotin), vitamin B9 (folic acid), vitamin B12 (Methylcobalamin), vitamin D3
Minerals – zinc, magnesium, manganese, iodine, copper, selenium, chromium
Grape seed extract
Therapeutic uses of Zincovit tablet:
Zincovit tablet is indicated as a prophylactic, as well as a therapeutic nutritional supplement:
where the intake and/ or absorption of vitamins and minerals is suboptimal, e.g. in the presence of chronic diseases such as diabetes, nephrolithiasis, inflammatory bowel disease, and where concurrent medication decreases vitamin and mineral absorption
in recovery from surgery, e.g. where nutritional intake continues to be inadequate
for patients on special or restricted diets, e.g. in renal diets and where several food groups are restricted in therapeutic weight reducing diets
Storage
Keep out of reach of children.
Store at temperature not exceeding 30°C.
